News of his death was released by his son, Ben Stiller, who has just shared a rare family photo with his 5.7 million followers. All it took was the posting of this singular image, alongside a red heart emoji, and the tributes began to pour in.

Jerry Stiller was a beloved actor that entertained the masses for decades before he passed away of natural causes, just shy of his 93rd birthday.

Fans recognized him best for his role as Fred Costanza on the hit sitcom Seinfeld, and as Arthur Spooner on The King Of Queens.

His accolades are just too many to list, and his accomplished role as an actor in film and on the small screen will forever live on to commemorate his great contributions to the world of acting.

Tributes and notes of affection and adoration are pouring in on Twitter in memory of the beloved man that was responsible for endless laughs and timeless entertainment.

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Holding On To The Memories

Loving messages are pouring in with fans sharing loving memories such as:

"Your Dad was one of the few actors whom I allowed into my home via the television screen. He delivers (to this day) a brand of humor that’s often emulated, but never duplicated. I hope you know how appreciative we are that you still allow us into your life to share him," and "Your family has been a part of my childhood and adult life, and I'm thankful for the fantastic memories and laughs. Your father will always be missed."

"I absolutely adored your dad I watched every episode on channel 4 in the UK your dad had me in stitches every morning made my morning, to be honest," said one fan.

There will be many reruns of Jerry Stiller's shows and movies being watched today, as fans fondly remember a truly legendary comedian.

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