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Actor Philip Baker Hall, who passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022, has essayed several memorable roles in his long and illustrious career. However, fans of Seinfeld might argue that Hall's role as Mr. Bookman in the iconic sitcom was his greatest ever.
Twitter has been flooded with tributes from fans remembering Hall's unforgettable cameo in the sitcom, with many regarding it as ''the single greatest one-episode TV character of all time.''
Read further ahead to see more tributes on Twitter for Hall.
Seinfeld fans share their memories of Philip Baker Hall, aka Mr. Bookman
Several fans have taken to Twitter to share some of their most memorable moments of Philip Baker Hall as Mr. Bookman on Seinfeld.
Here's a look at some of the tributes on Twitter:
Evidently, fans are emotional as they remember Hall's memorable turn as Mr. Bookman in the classic sitcom.
Read on to learn more about his role in the show.
Philip Baker Hall as Mr. Bookman in Seinfeld
Philip Baker Hall played the role of ''library cop'' Mr. Joe Bookman. He appeared in two episodes, titled The Library and The Finale.
The actor received widespread critical acclaim for his performance in the sitcom, with many regarding it as one of the greatest-ever cameo appearances of all time on television.
Critics noted his unique sense of humor and comic charisma, which made his presence seem dominant on the show despite his brief appearance. His performance in the sitcom is a testament to his versatility as an actor.
His works
Philip Baker Hall is best known for his work in numerous mainstream and indie films throughout the 80s and 90s, including Magnolia, Boogie Nights, and The Truman Show. He also played the lead roles in Secret Honor, Duck, and Hard Eight.
Hall has collaborated with several acclaimed directors, including Paul Thomas Anderson, Lars Von Trier and Robert Altman. His performance in Anderson's Magnolia as a broken man who has a troubled relationship with his daughter garnered him widespread critical acclaim.
Hall also starred in Anderson's debut short film Cigarettes & Coffee, which was later expanded on to a feature film, Hard Eight.
Arguably, his greatest lead performance came in Robert Altman's Secret Honor, wherein he played the role of former US President Richard Nixon. The film received immense critical acclaim, with most praise primarily directed towards Hall's performance in the central role. Many critics consider it to be the greatest portrayal of President Richard Nixon on screen.
Apart from films, Hall also has a distinguished body of work on television. Beyond Seinfeld, the actor is also known for his role as the annoying neighbor, Walt Kleezak, in Modern Family. Similar to Seinfeld, he received high praise from critics for his brief role in the show.
Hall also lent his voice to the character of Hank Hippopopalous in the acclaimed animated tragi-comedy Bojack Horseman. He's appeared in several other television shows, including Second Chance, The Loop, Pasadena and many more.
