Beloved Actor Michael Lerner Passes Away at 81.

Actor Michael Lerner, known for his roles in "Elf" and "Barton Fink," has died at the age of 81. Lerner's career spanned 60 years, with his first acting credit dating back to 1963. He was nominated for an Academy Award in 1991 for his supporting role in "Barton Fink." Lerner also made dozens of appearances on hit TV shows, from "M*A*S*H" to "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." His nephew, actor Sam Lerner, paid tribute to his uncle on Instagram, calling him a "legend."