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Eric prefers to be called '''Eric the Actor'''.<ref name= Fringe /> For legal reasons, Eric has requested that his full official title be "Eric the Actor, formerly known as Eric the Midget," in order to protect the 'Eric the Midget' trade name.<ref name=MARKFRIG>{{Cite web|url=http://www.marksfriggin.com/news.htm|title='Stern Show Summary Mar 12 2013|work=MarksFriggin.com}}</ref> Lynch made his television debut in a cameo on ''[[American Dreams]]'' in 2005.<ref name=IMDB>{{Cite web|url=http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1865098/|title=Eric Lynch|work=[[IMDB]]}}</ref> Lynch has also appeared on ''[[Fringe (TV Series)|Fringe]]'' in 2010<ref name=Fringe>{{Cite web|url=http://watching-tv.ew.com/2010/08/02/fringe-howard-stern-eric-the-midget/ |title='Fringe' gets a visit from Howard Stern's Eric... the Actor |work=[[Entertainment Weekly]]|last=Tucker|first=Ken|date=2010-08-02}}</ref> and ''[[In Plain Sight]]'' in 2012.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.howardstern.com/rundown.hs?d=1327899600|title=Little Man, Huge Pain|work=HowardStern.com|date=2012-30-01}}</ref> Eric was interviewed by [[Jimmy Kimmel]] on ''[[Jimmy Kimmel Live!]]'' in 2008.<ref name= IMDB /> [[Entertainment Weekly]] has called Lynch "box office poison" because, after all three of his credited acting roles, the shows were almost immediately cancelled. [[http://www.ew.com/ew/|Midget Actor Box Office Poison]]
Eric prefers to be called '''Eric the Actor'''.<ref name= Fringe /> For legal reasons, Eric has requested that his full official title be "Eric the Actor, formerly known as Eric the Midget," in order to protect the 'Eric the Midget' trade name.<ref name=MARKFRIG>{{Cite web|url=http://www.marksfriggin.com/news.htm|title='Stern Show Summary Mar 12 2013|work=MarksFriggin.com}}</ref> Lynch made his television debut in a cameo on ''[[American Dreams]]'' in 2005.<ref name=IMDB>{{Cite web|url=http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1865098/|title=Eric Lynch|work=[[IMDB]]}}</ref> Lynch has also appeared on ''[[Fringe (TV Series)|Fringe]]'' in 2010<ref name=Fringe>{{Cite web|url=http://watching-tv.ew.com/2010/08/02/fringe-howard-stern-eric-the-midget/ |title='Fringe' gets a visit from Howard Stern's Eric... the Actor |work=[[Entertainment Weekly]]|last=Tucker|first=Ken|date=2010-08-02}}</ref> and ''[[In Plain Sight]]'' in 2012.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.howardstern.com/rundown.hs?d=1327899600|title=Little Man, Huge Pain|work=HowardStern.com|date=2012-30-01}}</ref> Eric was interviewed by [[Jimmy Kimmel]] on ''[[Jimmy Kimmel Live!]]'' in 2008.<ref name= IMDB /> [[Entertainment Weekly]] has called Lynch "box office poison" because, after all three of his credited acting roles, the shows were almost immediately cancelled. [[http://www.ew.com/ew/|Midget Actor Box Office Poison]]


On June 12, 2013, Lynch created what is arguably the greatest, most iconic role of his career: [[Derek from Houston]]. Unfortunately, as with most good things in his life, Lynch decided to forgo the fame (including scheduled appearances on [[Jimmy Kimmel Live]], [[Jimmy Fallon]] and [[Larry King]]'s show on Hulu as well as a small speaking role in [[Seth Rogen]]'s next film project, all of which were scheduled and then cancelled within 48 hours of "Derek's" first appearance) that the character was sure to give him and decreed that [[Derek from Houston]] would never be heard again.
On June 12, 2013, Lynch created what is arguably the greatest, most iconic role of his career: [[Derek from Houston]]. Unfortunately, as with most good things in his life, Lynch decided to forgo the fame (including scheduled appearances on [[Jimmy Kimmel Live]] <ref>http://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/jimmy-kimmel-live-2013/episode-93-season-11/jimmy-kimmel-live/192260</ref>, [[Jimmy Fallon]] and [[Larry King]]'s show <ref>http://rt.com/news/larry-king-joins-rt-873/</ref> as well as a small speaking role in [[Seth Rogen]]'s next film project <ref>http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2004420/</ref>, all of which were scheduled and then cancelled within 48 hours of "Derek's" first appearance) that the character was sure to give him and decreed that [[Derek from Houston]] would never be heard again.


Lynch's career is managed (poorly) by Johnny Fratto, son of [[organized crime]] figure [[Louis Fratto]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.howardstern.com/rundown.hs?d=1323752400|title=BEETLE’S CHRISTMAS WISH|work=HowardStern.com|date=2011-12-19}}</ref>
Lynch's career is managed (poorly) by Johnny Fratto, son of [[organized crime]] figure [[Louis Fratto]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.howardstern.com/rundown.hs?d=1323752400|title=BEETLE’S CHRISTMAS WISH|work=HowardStern.com|date=2011-12-19}}</ref>

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Eric the Midget
Born (1975-03-11) March 11, 1975 (age 49)
Websitemyspace.com/erictheactorlynch

Eric S. Lynch (born March 11, 1975), better known as Eric the Midget, and preferably Eric the Actor,[2] is a member of The Howard Stern Show's Wack Pack. Lynch is 3 ft 0 in (0.91 m) tall,[3] weighs 85 lb (39 kg), and uses a motorized wheelchair,[4] in addition to various other afflictions. Despite his poor health he claims to have outlived every doctor's prediction for his life expectancy.[5]

Medical conditions

Eric's height has been cited at between 3 ft 0 in (0.91 m) and 3 ft 5 in (1.04 m), which is within the threshold to be considered to have dwarfism. Because of his short legs and a club foot he uses a wheelchair to get around. Other afflictions include stork bite which gives him a "blotchy" complexion [6] and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome resulting in gnarled fingers.[7]

The Howard Stern Show

Eric initially called in on September 19, 2002 to discuss American Idol.[4][8] Lynch had called to respond to Stern's statements that contestant Kelly Clarkson was not overly attractive.[4][8] Stern initially talked to Lynch with mild enthusiasm, but after an extended discussion regarding Lynch's unique voice and speaking style, Lynch revealed that he was 3 ft 5 in (1.04 m) tall, which piqued Stern's interest.[4]

Eric has made one in-studio appearance on November 3, 2008 alongside two prostitutes from the Bunny Ranch. Also present were Dixie Chicks singer Natalie Maines, wrestler Kurt Angle and American Idol alumna Diana DeGarmo.[9][10]

Eric is frequently at odds with The Howard Stern Show, its staff, its callers and its guests.[8][11] Because of this he has been banned from calling into the show on two occasions. His first ban lasted from November 8, 2010 to August 9, 2011 and was put in place due to a falling out between himself and the hosts over the results of an on-air IQ test.[12][13] His second ban began on May 30, 2013 after he threatened to sue key cast members of the show, and is currently still in effect.[14] Although Eric initially announced his hope that the ban would be lifted, he later stated that he was "done" with The Howard Stern Show.[15][16]

Other Media

Eric prefers to be called Eric the Actor.[2] For legal reasons, Eric has requested that his full official title be "Eric the Actor, formerly known as Eric the Midget," in order to protect the 'Eric the Midget' trade name.[17] Lynch made his television debut in a cameo on American Dreams in 2005.[18] Lynch has also appeared on Fringe in 2010[2] and In Plain Sight in 2012.[19] Eric was interviewed by Jimmy Kimmel on Jimmy Kimmel Live! in 2008.[18] Entertainment Weekly has called Lynch "box office poison" because, after all three of his credited acting roles, the shows were almost immediately cancelled. [Actor Box Office Poison]

On June 12, 2013, Lynch created what is arguably the greatest, most iconic role of his career: Derek from Houston. Unfortunately, as with most good things in his life, Lynch decided to forgo the fame (including scheduled appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live [20], Jimmy Fallon and Larry King's show [21] as well as a small speaking role in Seth Rogen's next film project [22], all of which were scheduled and then cancelled within 48 hours of "Derek's" first appearance) that the character was sure to give him and decreed that Derek from Houston would never be heard again.

Lynch's career is managed (poorly) by Johnny Fratto, son of organized crime figure Louis Fratto.[23]

Eric has also participated in a number of podcasting ventures. Lynch has hosted American Idol and America's Got Talent wrap-up shows including an American Idol discussion show on Howard 101 which featured Brian Dunkleman as co-host.[24] Lynch made appearances on TNA Wrestling's web offering TNA Today alongside wrestling personalities Mike Tenay and Jeremy Borash in 2012.[25][26]

See also

References

  1. ^ Geracie, Bud (2013-03-28). "Howard Stern Show regular gives San Jose Sharks a boost". Mercury News.
  2. ^ a b c Tucker, Ken (2010-08-02). "'Fringe' gets a visit from Howard Stern's Eric... the Actor". Entertainment Weekly.
  3. ^ From December 8, 2011 Stern interview
  4. ^ a b c d Mercer, Mark (2002-09-20). "Goofing On Rosie O'Donnell And Eric The Midget. 9/19/02. 7:55am". Howard Stern Show News Archives. MarksFriggin.com. Retrieved 2007-04-12. {{cite news}}: Cite has empty unknown parameter: |coauthors= (help)
  5. ^ Howard Stern.com. Howard Stern.com. Retrieved on 2011-10-29.
  6. ^ Hot but not bothered – The Howard Stern Show. Howardstern.com (2009-03-26). Retrieved on 2011-10-29.
  7. ^ The big winner? – The Howard Stern Show. Howardstern.com (2006-06-28). Retrieved on 2011-10-29.
  8. ^ a b c Popkin, Helen A.S. (2005-12-14). "Howard Stern's cast of characters, from Robin to High Pitch Eric". Today.
  9. ^ Eric's historic appearance – The Howard Stern Show. Howardstern.com (2008-11-03). Retrieved on 2011-10-29.
  10. ^ Abramson, Adam. "'Eric the Midget,' Howard Stern, Diana DeGarmo all meet". Newsday.
  11. ^ "News from the Eric's". HowardStern.com. 2007-11-09.
  12. ^ "eric nov 8 2010". YouTube.
  13. ^ "Eric the Midget's Return 8-9-11 p1". YouTube.
  14. ^ "eric 5 30 13". YouTube.
  15. ^ "H100 News 6/1/13: Eric the Midget Actor Lawsuit Fallout". YouTube.
  16. ^ "eric and derick bit is over". YouTube.
  17. ^ "'Stern Show Summary Mar 12 2013". MarksFriggin.com.
  18. ^ a b "Eric Lynch". IMDB.
  19. ^ "Little Man, Huge Pain". HowardStern.com. 2012-30-01. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  20. ^ http://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/jimmy-kimmel-live-2013/episode-93-season-11/jimmy-kimmel-live/192260
  21. ^ http://rt.com/news/larry-king-joins-rt-873/
  22. ^ http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2004420/
  23. ^ "BEETLE'S CHRISTMAS WISH". HowardStern.com. 2011-12-19.
  24. ^ "THE PRINCE VISITS THE KING". HowardStern.com. 10 March 2006.
  25. ^ "TNA Today (Oct 9, 2012): Mike Tenay & Eric The Actor". Total Nonstop Action Wrestling. YouTube. 6 October 2012. Retrieved 25 February 2013.
  26. ^ "Stern Show News - Archive". MarksFriggin.com. Retrieved 2012-11-02.

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