Highlights
- Fans of Seinfeld have overwhelmingly declared Veanne Cox's Toby as the worst guest star on the show.
- Despite being labeled as "deranged," some fans acknowledged the value and pivotal role Toby played in Seinfeld.
- Cox's portrayal of Toby brought out sharp emotions from the audience, with some noting her obnoxious yet vital performance.
Many guest stars got to appear on Seinfeld over the course of the sitcom’s nine-season run on ABC. Out of all these, fans of the Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld-created series have already identified who they think is the worst.
Guest stars’ presence on the show contributed not only to the storyline on-screen, but also to anecdotes that are still narrated of interesting occurrences behind the scenes. For example, Patrick Warburton enjoyed a 10-episode guest-star stint on Seinfeld, but revealed that he only lasted that long by completely avoiding Jerry Seinfeld on set.
How Close Are Larry David And Jerry Seinfeld Today?
Comedians Larry David, and Jerry Seinfeld have been friends for over three decades.Former Yankees and Mets head coach Buck Showalter also made a number of cameos on Seinfeld, but has been unhappy about the royalties he receives for the gig. The guest star that fans have concluded is the worst, though, is none other than Veanne Cox, in the character of Toby.
Seinfeld Fans Think That Toby Is “Deranged”
Veanne Cox's Toby in Seinfeld is the kind of character who evokes sharp emotions from the audience. In her case, fans of the show have not only concluded that she is the worst guest character on the show ever, but also labeled her "deranged" for her eccentricities.
Top 10 Hated Supporting Characters On Seinfeld, Per Screen Rant
Character | Played By |
|---|---|
Bubble Boy | Jon Hayman |
Bob and Ray/Cedric (The Street Toughs) | Yul Vazquez, John Paragon |
Mr. (Justin) Pitt | Ian Abercrombie |
Toby | Veanne Cox |
Rachel Goldstein | Melanie Smith |
The Doorman | Larry Miller |
Susan Ross | Heidi Swedberg |
The Fruit Shop Owner | Leonard Termo |
Kenny Bania | Steve Hytner |
Newman | Wayne Knight |
Cox played Toby in the fifth season episode titled The Fire. Her portrayal of Toby brought to life a character described as obnoxious, with an almost constant state of excitement about something.
When a user on Reddit posed the question “Who, in your opinion was the worst/most annoying character in the series?,” many on the platform rushed to point the finger towards one person. “Toby! Couldn't stand her, don't know how Kramer did it lol,” one exclaimed. “Well of course! She’s deranged,” another concurred.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Refuses To Do "The Elaine" Today (Unless It's For Millions Of Dollars)
Julia Louis-Dreyfus was shocked when The Elaine took off, but she admitted it would cost fans a few million to see her recreate it post-Seinfeld.On YouTube, viewers confirmed just how much they loved to hate on Toby, with one saying, “She may be attractive, but being that annoying brings it down so much.” Another user agreed with the sentiment, writing, “Agree. She was great. You loved and hated her at the same time. And she's hot.”
A Number Of Fans Have Seen The Value Of Toby In Seinfeld
While the general consensus among Seinfeld fans is that Toby as a character sucks, a number of fans have acknowledged there were some benefits to having her on board. There is also a lot of love for Veanne Cox's ability to perform the role so well.
Toby is shown as a co-worker of Elaine Benes’ (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) at Pendant Publishing, and was known for her obnoxious and hyperactive personality. Despite some viewers' distaste for Toby as a character, others see her inclusion as pivotal.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Insulted The Seinfeld Series Finale On David Letterman And Fans Think Jerry Seinfeld Took It Horribly
Jerry Seinfeld had an intense reaction when Julia Louis-Dreyfus made a joke about the Seinfeld series finale on the last episode of David Letterman.One of her most memorable scenes on the show involved a mugging scenario which took place on a bus. A fan on Reddit highlighted the importance of her role, saying, "But because of her we get the bus story. Worth it." Similarly, a YouTube comment praised Cox's performance, saying: "The actress who played Toby was awesome."
Some Seinfeld Guest Stars Also Hated Their Time On The Show
In the same way fans have the right to identify guest stars they didn't like, the actors themselves also often express it when they had a wretched time on the show. Weatherman Al Roker is one guest star who has voiced dissatisfaction with his experience on Seinfeld. Though he did not directly criticize the show, Roker has condemned the racial undertones against Native Americans present in his episode.
Another actor, Rob Schneider, is one who might not have particularly enjoyed his time on the show. Schneider portrayed Bob Grossberg, a new colleague of Elaine's who has a hearing disorder. Elaine suspects Bob is faking his condition to shirk work, a storyline that did not resonate well with audiences.
Viewers generally regarded his story arc as unimpressive and lacking in humor. Heidi Swedberg, Megan Mullally and Denise Richards are other guest stars who had a less than great time on Seinfeld, albeit for different reasons.
Veanne Cox was the complete opposite. In a 2004 interview with Playbill, she remarked, "The good thing about it was that Jerry Seinfeld — and not everybody is like this — he wants people to be as funny as they can be. He does not get in their way… He was the most magnanimous, generous comic person that I've ever worked with on television."
