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Comedian
Don Rickles
American stand-up comedian (1926 to 2017)
Don Rickles was born on May 8, 1926 and died on April 6, 2017, aged 90.
Official links: Official website (donrickles.com) · Wikipedia
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Don’s birthday, by the numbers
- Don Rickles was born on a Saturday.
- Don Rickles would have turned 100 in 2026.
- Half birthday: November 8. Birthstone: Emerald.
- Don Rickles belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.
Age gaps
- Don Rickles was born 1 month and 22 days after Jerry Lewis. Compare
- Don Rickles was 7 when Joan Rivers was born. Compare
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Frequently asked questions
When was Don Rickles born?
Don Rickles was born on May 8, 1926 and died on April 6, 2017, aged 90.
What is Don Rickles’s zodiac sign?
Taurus, born May 8.
Does Don Rickles have an official website?
Yes: donrickles.com.