About
Richard Franklin Lennox Thomas Pryor III (December 1, 1940 – December 10, 2005) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, film director, social critic, satirist, writer, and MC. Pryor was known for uncompromising examinations of racism and topical contemporary issues, which employed colorful vulgarities, and profanity, as well as racial epithets. He reached a broad audience with his trenchant observations and storytelling style. He is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential stand-up comedians of all time: receiving praise from notable comedians such as Jerry Seinfeld, Bob Newhart, and Bill Cosby. His body of work includes the concert movies and recordings starting in the 70s and spanning three decades. He also starred in numerous films as an actor, in both comedic and dramatic roles. He collaborated on many projects with actor Gene Wilder and actor/comedian/writer...
Known for
Chicago HopeSeries • 1994
MartinSeries • 1992
The Partridge FamilySeries • 1970
Lost HighwayMovie • 1997
LegendsSeries • 2006
The Norm ShowSeries • 1999
Blazing SaddlesMovie • 1974
Paws of Fury: The Legend of HankMovie • 2022
See No Evil, Hear No EvilMovie • 1989
The Muppet MovieMovie • 1979
Critical ConditionMovie • 1987
Brewster's MillionsMovie • 1985
Superman IIIMovie • 1983
Harlem NightsMovie • 1989
The WizMovie • 1978
Stir CrazyMovie • 1980
Silver StreakMovie • 1976
Car WashMovie • 1976
The ToyMovie • 1982
California SuiteMovie • 1978
MovingMovie • 1988
Another YouMovie • 1991
Blue CollarMovie • 1978
Mad Dog TimeMovie • 1996