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‘Seinfeld’ Alum Michael Richards Says He’s “Not Looking For A Comeback” & Reveals Reason Behind Racist Rant: “I Have Nothing Against Black People”


Michael Richards is addressing his racist outburst 18 years after the incident.

The Seinfeld actor has been out of the spotlight since the 2006 incident where he was recorded using the n-word and racial slurs while at the Laugh Factory in L.A. Richards made a rare appearance at the premiere of Jerry Seinfeld’s Netflix film Unfrosted and is about to release a memoir titled Entrances and Exits. Richards reflected on turning down offers following the success of Seinfeld, signs that he was not doing well. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy.

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