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Richard Lewis at the Premiere Of Encore's "Method To The Madness Of Jerry Lewis^" Paramount Studios^ Hollywood^ CA 12-07-11

Comedian Richard Lewis dies at age 76

Stand-up comedian Richard Lewis, known for his role in Larry David’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm”, has died at the age of 76. Lewis’ publicist, Jeff Abraham, said in a statement that Lewis died at his home in Los Angeles on Tuesday night after suffering a heart attack. “His wife, Joyce Lapinsky, thanks everyone for all the love, friendship and support and asks for privacy at this time,” Abraham said in a statement.