ADAs Costanza, Mr. Stiller was perpetually struggling to control his temper, blood pressure and contempt for his son, George, a balding schlemiel played by Jason Alexander. ADWhile Meara initially sought to work as a dramatic actor, not a comedian, Mr. Stiller convinced her they would make a good comic team. “I love Anne, but if I had depended on her in my professional life, I would have lost her as a wife,” Mr. Stiller told People in 1977. “May I suggest you have a little Blue Nun at your smorgasbord?” Mr. Stiller said in one segment. When she ran out in tears, Mr. Stiller followed, invited her for a cup of coffee and offered to pay.

Source: Washington Post May 11, 2020 09:38 UTC