Michael Richards

Date of Birth: July 24, 1949

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Michael Anthony Richards, born on July 24, 1949, in Culver City, California, is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He is best known for his portrayal of the eccentric and quirky character Cosmo Kramer on the television sitcom “Seinfeld,” which aired from 1989 to 1998. Richards began his career as a stand-up comedian, performing in various clubs and on television shows. His breakthrough came when he was cast in “Seinfeld,” a role that earned him three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. After “Seinfeld,” Richards attempted to launch his own sitcom, “The Michael Richards Show,” in 2000, but it was short-lived. He continued to make guest appearances on television and in films. Despite his success, Richards faced controversy in 2006 after a racially insensitive outburst during a stand-up performance, which significantly affected his career. Richards has since kept a lower profile, occasionally returning to television for special appearances and interviews. He remains a notable figure in American comedy and television history.

5 Interesting Facts about Michael Richards

1. Michael Richards served in the United States Army for two years in the early 1970s.

2. He was a student at the California Institute of the Arts and later graduated from The Evergreen State College in 1975.

3. Richards’ character on “Seinfeld,” Cosmo Kramer, was based on the real-life neighbor of co-creator Larry David.

4. He won three Primetime Emmy Awards for his role in “Seinfeld.”

5. Michael Richards made a guest appearance on Jerry Seinfeld’s show “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” in 2012.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Michael Richards

1. “I’m a performer. That’s what I do and what I’ve always wanted to do.”

2. “I did meet a lot of people who would say Kramer was their favorite character.”

3. “I have no control over the audience. I can only control what I do.”

4. “Cosmo Kramer is somebody who is kind of a free spirit, and I think we all envy that to some degree.”

5. “There’s a great deal of freedom in the role I play, and I think that’s what makes Kramer so appealing.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Michael Richards’ highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $45 million.

Children

Michael Richards has two children. He has a daughter, Sophia Richards, with his first wife Cathleen Lyons. In 2010, he married Beth Skipp, and they have a son together.