
We’re saddened to learn that comedian and actor Jerry Stiller has passed away. Among his many accolades, he was half of the comedy duo “Stiller and Meara” with his wife Anne Meara, father of movie star Ben Stiller, and he appeared in many memorable episodes of Seinfeld as George’s father.
What most people may not know is that Stiller also appeared throughout an entire episode of Shalom Sesame! Here he is hosting the Aleph-Bet Telethon from 1991:
Of course, we’re pleased to see that Stiller can be included in the pantheon of famous people who’ve worked with the Muppets, and we raise a glass in his honor.
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by Joe Hennes – Joe@ToughPigs.com