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    Police: 'Seinfeld' actor von Bargen shot self

    CINCINNATI (AP) — Police say an actor who played George Costanza's boss on "Seinfeld" and starred in "Malcolm in the Middle" has shot himself in the head at his apartment.

    Montgomery, Ohio police Chief Don Simpson says Daniel von Bargen called for help Monday morning after shooting himself in the temple.

    Simpson said Thursday that von Bargen told the emergency dispatcher he was supposed to go to a hospital that day to have some toes amputated because of diabetes complications and was feeling depressed.

    Von Bargen appeared on four episodes of "Seinfeld" as Mr. Kruger. He also played Commandant Edwin Spangler on "Malcolm in the Middle."

    His condition wasn't immediately known Thursday.

     

    87 comments

    • sistasuzie  •  3 months ago
      I hope that in the future of those who make jokes about suicide will not have to suffer the loss of a close family member or friend who take their life.
      • Mas 3 months ago
        that's nothing compared to losing a few toes!
      • avg joe shmo 3 months ago
        or losing a few brain cells....a few toes isn't a good enough reason to check out.
      • Allana 3 months ago
        Karma will get them.
    • Somebody  •  Columbus, Ohio  •  3 months ago
      K-ooger! Loved him on Seinfeld.
    • Robert  •  Branson, Missouri  •  3 months ago
      My son came home after his secound tour in the middle east and hung himself. This is no JOKING matter, #$%$......
      • Rye 3 months ago
        and your son has WHAT to do with this story?
      • amused reader 3 months ago
        Robert, how tragic. I am so sorry for you and your family. There are excellent grief counselors who could offer you help if you feel that is necessary. Take care.
      • CORavensFan 3 months ago
        way to make this about you Narcissist Robert.
    • SANDRAG  •  3 months ago
      How sad he had issues and couldn't find the help he needed to be safe.
    • DMZ  •  3 months ago
      Aging and ailments can fog ones thinking. Get well soon and accept help if its offered.
      • Max Reiner 3 months ago
        "Get well soon?" He committed suicide. That means he is DEAD.
      • DMZ 3 months ago
        hey max the article says he still ticking
    • Mr. Kisses  •  New York, New York  •  3 months ago
      Kruger, my son tells me your company stinks!
      • waarp 3 months ago
        "...oh mother of god."
      • D-Mills 3 months ago
        you couldn't smooth a silk sheet if you had a hot date with a babe.. I lost my train of thought.
    • Wise One  •  3 months ago
      Kruger on Festivus... 'I find your belief system fascinating'
    • CORavensFan  •  Denver, Colorado  •  3 months ago
      I am going to make a donation in his name to the Human Fund.
    • Jerry  •  Monroe, Louisiana  •  3 months ago
      There's no picture of von Bargen but there's a picture advertising a Bill Maher show on YAHOO! screen. Everyone knows what Maher looks like! Come on YAHOO!
    • Robert  •  Zelienople, Pennsylvania  •  3 months ago
      The guy was a great talent, please get him some help. God bless you and help you.
    • Edward  •  Tampa, Florida  •  3 months ago
      I wish him well. I enjoyed watching him on Seinfeld. He needs some help and will realize life is worth living.Best of luck to him, keep the faith.
    • Scott R  •  Nashville, Tennessee  •  3 months ago
      This is a sad matter... Hope this guy gets the help he needs...
    • Robert  •  3 months ago
      I have had symptoms of depression as long as I can remember in my 51yrs on this earth. I have tried to 'cure' myself with alcohol, drugs, therapy, etc and I have never been cured. I have also had an unsucessful suicide attempt. Society has no problem placing labels on people who suffer from mental illness. No one seems to even acknowledge it, unless it hits you where you live. Most often times people like myself suffer in silence to avoid the stigma that accompanies mental illness. All I ask is this. Please try to treat people as you wish to be treated. A little compassion and understanding can make a huge difference in the lives of others. If you see sudden and unexplained 'changes' in a person's behavior, mood, actions or whatever. It could be a sign that someone may be in a 'crisis' situation (or heading for one). Sometimes a kind word, or just letting someone know that you love or care about them may actually save a person's life.
    • tonglo  •  Wilmington, Massachusetts  •  3 months ago
      Didn't he name George Coco the Monkey?
    • Mimi  •  3 months ago
      Where's the picture? George had so many bosses.
    • Wabi-Sabi  •  Atlanta, Georgia  •  3 months ago
      Lets not forget his role in Super Troopers, It was Legendary
    • Mr. H.  •  Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia  •  3 months ago
      I am surprised the skin cancer didn't get him
    • Poe Cohen  •  3 months ago
      I hope he recovers & gets good professional help for depression. I wish him good luck with feeling better and getting relief. Depression is no picnic.
    • Dewy Care  •  Columbus, Georgia  •  3 months ago
      Pull thru.......don't ever give up, tomorrow is a new day. We all have bad days - Get well!
    • marty  •  3 months ago
      that seem like a permanent salution to a tempory problem