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Richard Pryor was an American stand-up comedian, actor and social critic. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential comics of all time and was known for his uncompromising observations of racism and everyday life in America.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1940</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Richard Pryor is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On December 1, 1940, Richard Pryor was born in Peoria, Illinois.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Begins Stand-Up Comedy Career</div><div class='timeline-text'>Pryor begins a stand-up comedy career in New York City.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1967</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Releases His 1st Comedy Album</div><div class='timeline-text'>Releases his first comedy album titled "Craps (After Hours)."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Appears on The Ed Sullivan Show</div><div class='timeline-text'>Performs on The Ed Sullivan Show, becoming the first African American comedian to appear on the show.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1979</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Star of The Richard Pryor Show</div><div class='timeline-text'>Starts a short lived sketch comedy show on NBC called "The Richard Pryor Show."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Receives First Emmy Nomination</div><div class='timeline-text'>Receives his first Emmy nomination for his role in the TV movie "Paul Mooney: Analyzing White America."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Receives Mark Twain Prize</div><div class='timeline-text'>Receives the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor from the Kennedy Center.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He was a Pioneering Stand-up Comedian</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Richard Pryor was a pioneering stand-up comedian who pushed the boundaries of comedy and broke down barriers with his bold and often controversial material. His unique style of comedy was unlike anything that had been seen before and he set the standard for future comedians to follow.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He Brought Laughter and Joy to People</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Richard Pryor brought laughter and joy to people with his hilarious comedy routines. He could make audiences laugh hysterically even when discussing difficult topics like race and poverty. His ability to make people laugh even in the most difficult of times made him an inspirational figure for many.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He Was a Great Actor</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Richard Pryor was also a great actor. He starred in numerous movies and television shows, including the classic film "Stir Crazy." His performances always brought something special to the role and he always had a great chemistry with his co-stars. </p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Comedian to Ever Appear on the Cover of Rolling Stone</h3><p class='facts-text'>Richard Pryor was the first comedian to ever appear on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine in December 1975.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Comedian to Receive an Emmy Nomination</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1977, Richard Pryor became the first comedian to receive an Emmy nomination for his stand-up special Richard Pryor: Live in Concert.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Was Arrested Over 30 Times</h3><p class='facts-text'>Richard Pryor was arrested over 30 times during his life, mostly for drug and alcohol related offenses.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Became a Born Again Christian</h3><p class='facts-text'>In the late 1970s, Richard Pryor converted to Christianity and became a born again Christian. He later left the church in the mid 1980's.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Was Awarded the First Mark Twain Prize</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1998, Richard Pryor became the first recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, which recognizes living individuals who have made significant contributions to America's humor.</p></div></div>
Richard Franklin Lennox Thomas Pryor was a celebrated stand-up comedian, actor, and social critic from the United States. He was born on December 1, 1940 and died on December 10, 2005, aged 65. Richard Pryor is best known for his explicit observational comedy that boldly addressed socially relevant topics and issues with satire and wit.
Richard Pryor has an estimated net worth of $40M. He was a celebrated and acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. His wealth is mainly derived from his successful career in the entertainment industry, earning for roles in movies, television shows, and stand-up comedy tours. He was also involved in various business ventures that helped to increase his net worth.
