Biografia

In the season 4 Seinfeld episode, "The Pilot," he portrayed an actor playing a character based on Cosmo Kramer. In real life, Hankin auditioned for the role of Kramer and was series co-creator Larry David's first choice during casting, as he felt Hankin was most similar to his friend Kenny Kramer who the character was based on; however, Michael Richards was ultimately cast.

Was a member of the comedy improvisation groups Second City (Chicago) and The Committee (San Francisco).

Has played a homeless man in episodes of four different series: E.R. - Medici in prima linea (1994), Malcolm (2000), Joan of Arcadia (2003) and Mr. Monk and the Missing Granny (2004).

Worked in more than 100 films as a screenwriter, producer, director, and singer. Began his career as an illustrator.

Studied acting at Syracuse University, Syracuse New York. In same class with Frank Langella and Carl Gottlieb.