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Famous Comedian and Actor, Ohio State Graduate and Buckeye Fan Richard Lewis Dies at 76

Ohio State lost one of its famous fans this week.

Richard Lewis, a comedian and actor best known for his standup comedy and starring in HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” died Tuesday night at 76 years old after suffering a heart attack. Lewis was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease last April.

While Lewis was known nationally for his work on television and film, he was known in Columbus for his love of the Buckeyes. Lewis frequently sent posts supporting the Ohio State football team on social media.

Holy #Buckeyes ! I just received this and Im flabbergasted.