Summary
- Jerry Seinfeld's sitcom Seinfeld is still highly regarded and ranks high, years after its series finale.
- Jerry first found success in comedy after appearing on Johnny Carson's Tonight Show and went on to create Seinfeld with Larry David.
- Jerry claims to have been the reason behind the American Express Centurion card, also known as the black card, but fans have mixed reactions to the story.
Several years after the conclusion of Seinfeld, its creator, Jerry Seinfeld is still making some impressive achievements. Only a few creatives have managed to conquer the entertainment industry with a storm. Jerry Seinfeld is arguably one of the top names when it comes to sitcoms and comedy. It is ridiculously impressive how Seinfeld still ranks high, years after its series finale.
Jerry not only starred in the show but also created it alongside Larry David. He is also the voice behind Barry Benson in the Bee movie, where he co-starred alongside comedian Chris Rock and Patrick Warburton. But what has Jerry been up to since the show ended? Read on for some interesting news about Seinfeld and some of his impressive achievements.
Jerry Seinfeld Was Annoyed With The Amount Of Paparazzi In The Background While He Was Trying To Film Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee
Jerry Seinfeld wasn't pleased with the amount of paparazzi that showed up during a scene in Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee.
Jerry Seinfeld Is Iconic In Comedy And Sitcoms
Jerry first gave comedy a shot while he was still in school. He eventually found his way to NYC’s Catch a Rising Star comedy club during open mics. As fate would have it, the iconic comedian appeared on Johnny Carson’s Tonight Show. The gig would thrust him into the spotlight and soon make way for his prolific career.
Soon after his outstanding performances, Jerry Seinfeld received a call from NBC asking him to write a sitcom. With Larry David, he began to pen a show about nothing that would soon blow up to become a global favorite—and cement the pair's long-term friendship. But how did they pull it off without prior writing experience? According to Jerry, he had to learn from other comedians’ mistakes.
Despite Its 26 Seasons, Jerry Seinfeld Refused To Guest-Star On This TV Show
Jerry Seinfeld refused to guest star on this popular TV show after being offered a minor role.
He borrowed tips from George Burns and came up with a system to write good jokes. Larry borrows a lot from real-life scenarios and is greatly credited for writing what many viewers term as the most controversial yet hilarious episode on Seinfeld.
The success of Seinfeld was already decided long before it aired. The show’s one-liners, mind-etched scenes, and hilarious catchphrases would soon become embedded all across the globe.
Jerry returned to television and has appeared on several shows such as Curb Your Enthusiasm, Jerry Before Seinfeld, Bee Movie, 23 Hours To Kill, and Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee (which featured guests Jerry hand-picked), among others. He also appeared on Larry King Live multiple times, even though one appearance was downright uncomfortable to watch.
Jerry Told An Unbelievable Story About How He Pushed Amex To Develop A Black Card
Not so long ago, famed comedian Jerry Seinfeld claimed that he was the reason behind the American Express Centurion card, previously known as the black card. So, is the rumor true, or is Jerry just pushing a joke like he’s used to?
As fans might know, the card has no credit limit and is designed for the rich in society. Jerry let the cat out of the box when speaking to fellow comedian John Mulaney during an episode of Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee.
Did Jerry Seinfeld Really Try To Buy The New York Mets After Seinfeld?
Given his insane net worth and love for the New York Mets, Jerry Seinfeld has been closely aligned to the team for years.
In the clip, Jerry tells Mulaney that one crew member at a shoot asked him whether he owned the rumored credit card that had no limit. The card was said to be owned by only three people, including the Sultan of Brunei, the president of American Express, and Jerry himself.
Of course, this wasn’t true; it was just a rumor. The next day, he approached the president of American Express and gave up the idea of the Black Card. Seinfeld got the first Black Card in 1999, after its launch: so he claims.
According to The Point Guys, American Express couldn’t confirm nor deny Jerry’s claims. We might never know the truth, but it’s rumored other celebrities may be black cardholders.
Even Fans Think Jerry Is Full Of It (But Still Hilarious)
In the clip where Jerry Seinfeld talks about the origin of the black card, fans found it hard to believe the story. One fan said that the crew member who brought in the rumor and started a series of events that led to Jerry approaching the president of American Express was the real hero and should get a black card.
Another quoted that the camera guy deserved recognition and an award for the entire idea.
Some fans in the comment section couldn’t stop but marvel at how Jerry is a timeless comedian who doesn’t have to do too much to get a laugh out of viewers. One fan added how Seinfeld oozes success so effortlessly. Another joked that Seinfeld’s ego got him to the class of elites, deservingly so.
Others commented how much they’ve missed the funny guy on TV. Going through the comments, we can’t help but notice how Jerry promotes comedy unknowingly. It takes great talent to make that happen.
So, do his fans believe that Jerry was behind the black card launch? It seems that they are divided on the subject, though if true, it's a fun story to tell.
