John Capodice cause of death: What did the 'Seinfeld' and 'Ace Ventura' actor die of at 83?

John Capodice, a prolific character actor who made a lasting impression in memorable roles in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective and Seinfeld, has passed away at the age of 83.

The news of his death was announced by New Jersey's Pizzi Funeral Home, which honored him as a "devoted husband, father, and grandfather."

While the cause of his death has not been disclosed, tributes have poured in from fans and colleagues, remembering him for his talent and warmth.

A career spanning decades

Born on Christmas Day in 1941 in Chicago, Capodice served in the U.S. Army in Korea from 1964 to 1966. After his military service, he pursued his passion for acting, launching a career in the late 1970s that would span over four decades.

Capodice became a familiar face on both the big and small screens, known for his ability to bring depth and humor to his roles. He appeared in iconic films such as Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, where he portrayed a skeptical police officer opposite Jim Carrey's eccentric pet detective.

In television, he made an indelible mark with his role as Vic, the laundromat owner in the Seinfeld episode "The Revenge." In one of the show's most memorable moments, Kramer and Jerry sabotage Vic's washing machine with cement after suspecting him of theft.

Capodice also starred in a variety of other notable projects, including Wall Street, The Doors, Honeymoon in Vegas, and Independence Day.

Capodice's television career was equally robust, with roles on hit shows such as General Hospital, where he played Carmine Cerullo, Lois's father, in six episodes from 1994 to 1996. He also appeared in Ryan's Hope, CSI, Law & Order, Will & Grace, The West Wing, Melrose Place, Mad About You, Six Feet Under, and Murder, She Wrote.

Beyond his career, Capodice was deeply devoted to his family. He is survived by his wife, Jane, two daughters, Tessa De Pierro and Cassandra Hansen, and four grandchildren: David, Jake, Frankie, and Giuliana.