During his self-imposed hiatus following a racist rant, 'Seinfeld' star Michael Richards 'discovered religion'.

In 2006, Michael Richards "discovered faith" after taking a break from Hollywood.

After going on a racist rant at the Laugh Factory, the "Seinfeld" star stepped out of the spotlight and faced public backlash.

Richards decided to "cancel himself" and wrote in his new memoir, "Entrances and Exits," that he "took myself out" during his time away from Hollywood. He worked on himself to understand the root cause of the angry moment.

"Richards shared with Planet Chronicle Digital that he discovered faith while reflecting on his mistakes and the process of improvement. He expressed fascination with the idea that humans can learn from their errors and move towards a better version of themselves."

In the 1970s and 1980s, Richards started performing comedy at clubs. He was discovered by Billy Crystal, who offered him a spot on his first TV special. Later, Richards became a regular on "Fridays."

He played Kramer in "Seinfeld," which aired from 1989 to 1998, and received three Emmy Awards for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series.

In 2000, "The Michael Richards Show" was given to him, but it was canceled after just two months.

The actor, who is 74 years old, returned to the stand-up stage for a few years before stepping back after a racist tirade in 2006. Looking back on the incident, Richards admitted to Planet Chronicle Digital that he would have handled the situation differently today.

Richards said, "If I had been in your shoes, I would have likely responded with something like, 'I'm sorry you don't find me funny. Is there anything I can do to make you laugh? Perhaps a back rub or some chips and more liquor?'"

"I should have left the stage when it got really nasty," he said. "Ultimately, I probably would have just simply buttoned it up and gone home and just returned the next night and keep working at it."

Richards confessed to being "overwhelmed by the anger" he experienced when he was jeered by the crowd.

"At first, I tried, but things were going wrong," Richards remembered. "Tonight is terrible, and I'm intrigued by how bad it's becoming."

"As an artist who works late at night, I'm curious to see how my work turns out, especially when I've had really terrible nights. Sometimes, I stick with it and come out with an interesting result. However, I realize now that I should have just left the stage that night."

He joked that he should have said, "Goodnight, ladies and gentlemen. And I promise if you return next week, I'll be more amusing."

Richards admitted he didn't miss Hollywood during his self-imposed hiatus.

"He admitted that he wasn't paying enough attention to himself, despite being the person behind Hollywood and the part he played in entertaining the public."

"What is greater than this great person? Who or what is it? These questions led me to explore philosophy, religion, and psychology."

Years ago, Richards disclosed that he had spent a considerable amount of time pondering the significance of his existence.

Despite retiring from stand-up comedy in 2007, Richards' character on "Seinfeld" was a fan favorite and the quirky Kramer lived across the hall from Jerry Seinfeld's character. The duo is still friends today.

Richards expressed his admiration for Seinfeld's unwavering dedication to bringing laughter to people.

"He stated to Planet Chronicle Digital that friendship is natural for him because of the strong bond they formed over many years of working together to entertain people. Additionally, as humans, they both recognize the importance of being human and acknowledging one's own humanity."

Even with Richards' exit from Hollywood, Seinfeld supported his potential return.

"I don't understand why he's not out working," he said. "He was encouraging me to return, saying, 'Come back. We want you back. Join us. Let's get into entertainment.'"

Jerry supported me with: 'Well, you know, I'm always here if you need me.' That sort of a thing.

"Richards stated that he lacks an agent and reps, and that being set up for all this is necessary. He explained that having an acting career involves more than just getting a comeback and appearing on TV shows or films. Instead, he wrote the book as a reflection of his journey and experiences in the industry."

""I just wanted to focus on my stories and experiences," he stated."

Richards stated that he would only return to the role if it truly resonated with him as an artist as he nears 75 years old.

"If a part were presented to me and it resonated with me, and I knew I could excel and contribute to the story being told through the project we're working on, I would seriously consider it. However, I must remain vigilant. It's not just about my career; it's about how it will enrich my life as an artist and allow me to bring it to life for everyone to see."