Death of John Pinette

March 23, 1964 - April 5, 2014
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Age 50

Guest in 'Seinfeld' finale dies
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The Associated Press

PITTSBURGH (AP) — John Pinette, the chubby stand-up comedian who portrayed a hapless carjacking victim in the final episode of "Seinfeld," has died. He was 50.

Pinette died of natural causes Saturday at a hotel in Pittsburgh, the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's office said Sunday evening. Pinette's agent confirmed his death.

The portly Pinette was a self-deprecating presence on stage, frequently discussing his weight on stand-up specials "Show Me the...

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