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Comedian · Actor
Richard Pryor
American comedian and actor (1940 to 2005)
Richard Pryor was born on December 1, 1940 and died on December 10, 2005, aged 65.
- Born
- December 1, 1940, Peoria
- Died
- December 10, 2005
- Zodiac sign
- Sagittarius
- Country
- United States
- Known as
- Comedian, Actor
Official links: Official website (richardpryor.com) · Wikipedia
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Richard’s birthday, by the numbers
- Richard Pryor was born on a Sunday.
- Richard Pryor would have turned 86 in 2026.
- Half birthday: June 1. Birthstone: Turquoise, tanzanite and zircon.
- Richard Pryor belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.
Age gaps
- When Richard Pryor was born, Joan Rivers was 7. Compare
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Frequently asked questions
When was Richard Pryor born?
Richard Pryor was born on December 1, 1940 and died on December 10, 2005, aged 65.
What is Richard Pryor’s zodiac sign?
Sagittarius, born December 1.
Does Richard Pryor have an official website?
Yes: richardpryor.com.