Larry David Jabs Anti-Vaccine Activism of Cheryl Hines' Husband in HBO Max Show
The 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' creator takes aim at RFK Jr.'s vaccine activism in a new episode of his mock-history series, 'Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness.'
“Drop dead, Bobby. You should die a dog’s death! You don’t know anything about science, you’re not a doctor.”
Larry David takes a comedic shot at the anti-vaccine activism of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in a new episode of his HBO Max series, according to a report from Deadline. The scene arrives in the mock-history comedy Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness, which premiered in June 2026.
In the episode, David plays Dora Salk, mother of polio vaccine pioneer Jonas Salk. While hanging laundry, her character is confronted by a skeptical, overly-tanned neighbor who declares vaccines a dangerous plot. "That vaccine’s gonna kill people," the neighbor says. "It’s gonna give them heart attacks!"
David's character delivers a sharp retort. "Drop dead, Bobby," Dora says. "You should die a dog’s death! You don’t know anything about science, you’re not a doctor. God help us all if some idiot, some moron, ever put you in charge."
The scene is widely interpreted as a direct reference to Kennedy, the high-profile anti-vaccine activist and husband of Cheryl Hines. Hines played David's wife on Curb Your Enthusiasm for years, connecting the two men. The report notes that David's friendship with Hines appears to have cooled recently, and she has not appeared on his new HBO Max show.
Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness is an improvised comedic look at American history, created by Larry David and Jeff Schaffer. The series, rated TV-MA, streams exclusively on HBO Max as of July 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness' about?
The HBO Max series is an improvised, comedic sketch show that takes a satirical look at major events in American history. It was created by Larry David and Jeff Schaffer to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Is Cheryl Hines in the new Larry David series?
No. According to the report, Cheryl Hines, who played David's wife on Curb Your Enthusiasm, has not appeared on Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness. The report also suggests her friendship with David seems to have faded in recent years.
Where can I watch the series?
As of July 2026, Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness is streaming exclusively on HBO Max in the United States. The series premiered in June 2026.
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