When Did Jerry’s Dad Change on Seinfeld

Why did they change Jerrys dad in Seinfeld?

He appeared as Morty Seinfeld in the sitcom Seinfeld, in a first-season episode entitled “The Stake Out”, but was replaced in the role by Barney Martin after showrunners Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld decided they wanted the character of Morty Seinfeld to be harsher, as they thought Bruns was too laid-back for the role …

When did George Costanza’s dad change?

George’s father Frank Costanza was originally played by actor John Randolph, but Seinfeld recast him with comedian Jerry Stiller after season 4.