The comedy world mourns the loss of Richard Lewis, the talented star of Curb Your Enthusiasm, who passed away at 76 after a heart attack. Jamie Lee Curtis, his close friend and co-star, has poured her heart out in a series of sentimental Instagram posts.
Curtis, famous for her iconic role as Laurie Strode in Halloween, shared a deep connection with Lewis, who co-starred alongside her in the sitcom Anything But Love (1989-1992). As she navigates her grief, Curtis reflected on the profound impact Lewis had on her life, particularly in her journey to sobriety.
“Richard was instrumental in my sober path,” Curtis revealed, having recently celebrated 25 years of sobriety. She cherished memories of their time on set, where Lewis’s unique humor and quirks, like hiding lines under props, brought joy to the production.
Lewis’s audition for Anything But Love left an indelible mark on Curtis. “He blew everyone else away,” she recalled. Despite the first pilot’s rejection, the show’s success was largely due to the undeniable chemistry between Curtis and Lewis.
As Curtis reminisced about their shared experiences, she highlighted Lewis’s kindness and compassion. “He showed me love and kindness, and for that, I’ll always be grateful.” She also acknowledged his love for his wife, Joyce Lapinsky, and his desire to see more Anything But Love episodes released.
Curb Your Enthusiasm co-star Cheryl Hines echoed Curtis’s sentiments, praising Lewis’s genuine affection for those he cared about. “To have Richard Lewis love you…a true gem,” she said.
In her heartfelt goodbye, Curtis conveyed her affection and admiration for Lewis. “Richard, you have my love. You will be missed. I adore you, Joyce, and Richard’s entire family.” Her poignant tributes, alongside Hines’s, captured the essence of Lewis’s enduring legacy.
Richard Lewis’s passing leaves a void in the comedy world, but his impact on those who knew him will continue to inspire. Through laughter and love, his memory will live on.
