John Capodice, actor from Seinfeld and Ace Ventura, dies at 83

nj.com January 5, 2025, 11:01 AM UTC

John Capodice, an actor known for roles in "Seinfeld" and "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective," has died at 83. He passed away on Monday, with no cause of death disclosed, according to an obituary from a funeral home. Capodice had a career spanning over 40 years, starting in 1978. He appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including "Independence Day" and "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation." He was also involved in theater, performing in Broadway productions. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, and four grandchildren.


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