HBO fans mourn ‘the end of an era’ as iconic sitcom axed after 12 seasons with star ready to ‘finally shed persona’
LARRY David's enthusiasm for his beloved HBO show has apparently been curbed for good.
The writer and comedian has announced that he is ending Curb Your Enthusiasm with its upcoming 12th season.
The U.S. Sun confirmed the news on Thursday.
True to form, Larry, 76, released a statement about the end, featuring several self-deprecating shots.
"As Curb comes to an end, I will now have the opportunity to finally shed this 'Larry David' persona and become the person God intended me to be — the thoughtful, kind, caring, considerate human being I was until I got derailed by portraying this malignant character.
"And so ‘Larry David,’ I bid you farewell. Your misanthropy will not be missed. And for those of you who would like to get in touch with me, you can reach me at Doctors Without Borders."
The final season will consist of 10 episodes, releasing weekly on Sundays at 10 pm.
It will premiere on February 4, leading up to the series finale on April 7.
Fans instantly flooded X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, to mourn the loss.
"The end of an era," one person said, as another sobbed: "I’m not ready."
A third person tacked on: "Don't know what I'm going to do with my life after Curb Your Enthusiasm ends."
"One last ride for the king of television," a fourth concluded. "Mixed emotions...
Larry's contract with HBO is soon to expire, making the timing to wind the show down ideal.
The much anticipated series finale has been described as having the feel of a homecoming.
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