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Michael Lerner, prolific character actor, Oscar-nominated for 'Barton Fink,' has died at age 81.

Michael Lerner, the Oscar-nominated "Barton Fink" actor, has died at the age of 81.

Michael Lerners nephew, actor Sam Lerner confirmed his death through his Instagram account.

Oscar-nominated star Michael Lerner died Saturday at 81. He was known for "Eight Men Out," "Godzilla," and TV roles, including "Clueless," "Courthouse" and "Glee."

Michael Lerner, the prolific character actor known for his work in "Barton Fink," "Godzilla," "Elf" and the "X-Men" movie franchise, has died. He was 81.

Family of the Oscar-nominated actor announced his death on Instagram, describing him as the ""coolest, most confident, talented guy"".

Academy Award-nominated actor Michael Lerner, who starred in 'Elf', 'Barton Fink', 'Glee', 'Clueless' and more has died at the age of 81.

Michael Lerner, the veteran actor who earned a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination for his role in 'Barton Fink,' died on Saturday at age 81.

His nephew, The Goldbergs actor Sam Lerner, announced the news in a tribute online

He was nominated for an Oscar for his role in "Barton Fink."