It’s safe to say one of the best Seinfeld characters would be Jerry’s neighbor and friend, Cosmo Kramer – known for his unpredictability and quirks. But another quality of Kramer’s that still hasn’t escaped our minds is his zany, yet original look. This includes his teased up hair, but if you can picture it, the character of Kramer almost donned a ponytail, and Michael Richards, who played the role, has explained why he “ditched the idea.
” Cosmo Kramer was without a doubt a ‘90s TV character who was an outrageous dresser. An original hipster, Jerry’s mooching neighbor wears clothes that look like they came out of a thrift shop. And don’t get me started on his hair that looks like, as Elaine Benes describes in one episode, “the bride of Frankenstein.
” Michael Richards, who played Kramer for nine seasons, spoke on The Rich Eisen Show about creator Larry David ’s vision for his character's appearance: When I started out and they were casting, Larry [David] was still close to Kenny Kramer as he visualized the Kramer character, and he suggested I wear a ponytail ‘cause Kenny wore a ponytail. But I broke that off quickly as I started to get into Cosmo Kramer. Kenny Kramer was an American stand-up comedian who lived next door to Larry David just like Cosmo Kramer did Jerry.
However, the sitcom actor made sure not to meet the real-life inspiration so he could make the role his own. It looks like shedding Kramer from having to wear a ponytail for every epis.