After a successful run spanning nearly 25 years, Larry David will be saying goodbye to his beloved comedy series, 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'. HBO and the show's star-creator announced on Thursday that the upcoming 12th season will be the final one, marking the end of an era for this Emmy and Golden Globe-winning show.

The 12th season of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' is set to premiere on February 4, consisting of 10 episodes that will air weekly on Sundays at 10 p.m. Larry David, who plays a fictionalized version of himself on the show, expressed his sentiments about concluding his portrayal of the eccentric character.

"As Curb comes to an end, I will now have the opportunity to finally shed this 'Larry David' persona and become the person God intended me to be - the thoughtful, kind, caring, considerate human being I was until I got derailed by portraying this malignant character," David said in a statement. He humorously added, "And so 'Larry David', I bid you farewell. Your misanthropy will not be missed."

The decision to end 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' was made as Larry David's current agreement with HBO is set to expire this year. Season 12 wrapped filming in March and has been described as a series finale that feels like a homecoming for the long-running comedy.

Chairman and CEO of HBO & Max Content, Casey Bloys, praised the show as a ground-breaking and iconic series that has made a lasting impact on television and the comedy genre. Bloys expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work alongside Larry David and the talented cast and crew of the show.

Since its debut in 2000, 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' has become HBO's longest-running series. After an initial eight-season run, the show took a six-year hiatus before returning in 2017 for a successful revival that continued for four additional seasons. The cast, including Jeff Garlin, Susie Essman, Cheryl Hines, J.B. Smoove, Richard Lewis, and Ted Danson, has been key to the show's popularity.

One notable aspect of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' is its unique production style. The show is famously shot without a script, with cast members improvising their lines based on scene outlines, resulting in spontaneous and comedic moments.

Season 12 will see the return of familiar faces, as well as the inclusion of guest stars Vince Vaughn and Tracey Ullman. The logline for the final season describes Larry David's portrayal of an over-the-top version of himself, depicting the catastrophic chain of events that can unfold from seemingly trivial details of daily life.

With an impressive 51 Emmy nominations and two wins, as well as multiple Golden Globe nominations and wins, 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' has been widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. The show has also garnered recognition from various guilds, including SAG, DGA, and WGA.

As fans eagerly await the premiere of the 12th and final season, the end of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' joins a string of recent farewells for HBO, including the acclaimed series 'Succession' and 'Barry'. However, the network still boasts a strong lineup of scripted hits and new shows in the pipeline, ensuring that there will be much more to look forward to in the world of premium television.