An actor known for his roles in “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective,” “General Hospital” and “Seinfeld” has died.
John Capodice was 83 years old.
Capodice’s death was announced on the Pizzi Funeral Home’s website, according to Deadline. His death notice said he died on Dec. 30 but his cause of death was not listed.
The actor was born in Chicago in 1941, Variety reported. He joined the Army and served in Korea from 1964 through 1966 before becoming an actor in the 1970s.
His big break was as Lloyd Lord on the soap opera “Ryan’s Hope.”
He racked up guest starring roles on shows such as “Ellen,” “Knots Landing,” “Murphy Brown” and “Seinfeld,” according to IMDB.
Capodice also appeared in several movies including ‘The Doors,” “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective” and “Independence Day.”
Capodice leaves behind his wife, two daughters and four grandchildren, Variety reported.
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