Which actor played David Puddy, Elaine's on-and-off boyfriend?

Patrick Warburton played David Puddy, Elaine Benes's on-and-off boyfriend on Seinfeld.

Puddy is an auto mechanic whose deadpan delivery, blank stare, and unpredictable intensity made him one of Elaine's most memorable romantic partners. He first appears as her mechanic and later becomes her boyfriend, with their relationship repeatedly ending and restarting.

The character is best known for his unwavering confidence and strange bursts of enthusiasm. His most famous moments include painting his face and chest as a New Jersey Devils fan, repeatedly saying “Yeah, that's right,” and wearing a conspicuous “8” baseball jersey. Puddy's limited emotional range is part of the joke: he often responds to dramatic situations with complete calm.

Warburton appeared as Puddy in 10 episodes between 1995 and 1998. A common mix-up is confusing him with other Seinfeld guest actors, including Bryan Cranston, who played Jerry's dentist Tim Whatley. Warburton later became widely recognized for voice roles such as Joe Swanson on Family Guy and Kronk in The Emperor's New Groove.