Hiram Kasten — An influential figure in New York City's comedy scene in the 1970s and '80s who starred in 'Seinfeld' has died.
The actor and comedian passed away on Sunday after battling various diseases, including prostate cancer. facebook page.
In his obituary, Kasten was remembered as a funny comedian who rose to fame during New York City's comedy boom in the 1980s, a charming man and a great family man.
he met Jerry Seinfeld He struck up a lifelong friendship early in his career after auditioning at the Comic Strip, with Hiram appearing as Elaine Benes' colleague Michael in three episodes of “Seinfeld.”
In addition to “Seinfeld,” Kasten appeared regularly on sitcoms over the next two decades, appearing in such productions as “My Wife and Kids,” “Saved By the Bell,” “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” and “Everybody Loves Raymond.” I did. ,” “7th Heaven,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” and “Men of a Certain Age.”
He is survived by his wife of 38 years. Dianahis daughter Millicent And numerous large families. The family is planning funerals in New York and Los Angeles.
Hiram was 71 years old.
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