• Richard Lewis passed away this week
  • He had a special connection with Larry David
  • THIS was Larry's tribute to him

Let's take a look at their wonderful friendship. In a statement shared by HBO, Larry David paid tribute to his late friend with some beautiful words. "Richard and I were born three days apart in the same hospital and for most of my life he’s been like a brother to me."

Larry and Richard were comedy gold

He had that rare combination of being the funniest person and also the sweetest. But today he made me sob and for that I’ll never forgive him," Larry said.

Also interesting:

Lewis usually dressed in all black and would speak self-deprecatingly and candidly about relationships, therapy and addiction. But when Lewis appeared on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' there was a focus to his ire...

Watch the video above to learn more!