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Michael Anthony Richards (born July 24, 1949) is an American actor and former stand-up comedian. He achieved global recognition for starring as Cosmo Kramer on the NBC television sitcom Seinfeld from 1989 to 1998.
Jun 11, 2019 · The actor who played Kramer on Seinfeld struggled to find another hit after the show ended, and his racist rant in 2006 further damaged his reputation. Learn how his failed sitcom, bungled apologies, and voluntary break from show business contributed to his obscurity.
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Michael Richards is best known for playing Cosmo Kramer on Seinfeld, a role that earned him three Emmys and a cult following. He also appeared in films like UHF, Airheads, and Bee Movie, and created and starred in The Michael Richards Show.
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May 23, 2024 · On April 30, Seinfeld fans were surprised to see Michael Richards, the actor who played Cosmo Kramer on the sitcom between 1989-1998, at the premiere of Jerry Seinfeld’s new movie, Unfrosted.
- Gillian Telling
Jun 1, 2024 · The Seinfeld star opens up about his life, career, and the incident that ended his comedy career in his new book, Entrances and Exits. He talks about his military service, his mother's secret, his cancer diagnosis, and his spiritual journey.
May 23, 2024 · The actor, who played Cosmo Kramer on the sitcom, says he was diagnosed with stage 1 prostate cancer in 2018 and faced a life-threatening situation. He also talks about his memoir, his son, and his racist rant in his book.
May 23, 2024 · Seinfeld star Michael Richards has revealed he was diagnosed with cancer and was forced to undergo surgery to remove his whole prostate - or risk dying within months.
