Bunny Levine, Character Actress in Adam Sandler Films and 'Jury Duty,' Dies at 97
Bunny Levine, a renowned character actress celebrated for her performances in three Adam Sandler films, passed away at the age of 97 on Tuesday at her residence in Tarzana, California. Her representative stated that she died of natural causes. Born Bernice Levine on December 22, 1928, in East Orange, New Jersey, Levine spent 25 years as a school librarian before transitioning to acting, beginning with the 1988 movie 'Slime City.' Throughout her nearly 40-year career, she featured in over 100 projects, such as 'You Don't Mess with the Zohan' and 'La La Land.' Additionally, she made guest appearances on many TV shows and played a role in the 2023 comedy 'Jury Duty.' She was married to Bernard Levine until his passing in 2003.
Key facts
- Bunny Levine died at 97 on Tuesday at her home in Tarzana, California.
- Her representative, Mike Eisenstadt, confirmed the death to NBC Los Angeles.
- The Los Angeles Police Department believes she died from natural causes.
- Born Bernice Levine on Dec. 22, 1928, in East Orange, N.J.
- First screen role in 1988's 'Slime City.'
- Appeared in three Adam Sandler movies: 'You Don't Mess with the Zohan,' 'You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah,' and 'Sandy Wexler.'
- Played a prospective juror in two episodes of 'Jury Duty' (2023).
- Last film role in the 2026 indie horror thriller 'The Cure.'
Entities
Artists
- Bunny Levine
- Adam Sandler
- June Squibb
- Richard Roundtree
- David Dastmalchian
Institutions
- NBC Los Angeles
- Los Angeles Police Department
- Freevee
- Prime Video
- IMDb
Locations
- Tarzana
- California
- East Orange
- New Jersey