Richard Pryor
Richard Pryor was a groundbreaking American stand-up comedian and actor, celebrated for his raw and incisive humor that addressed race relations and social issues. He was a co-writer for the film 'Blazing Saddles,' contributing to its sharp satire and cultural critique, and he remains a pivotal figure in the evolution of comedy.
Born on Dec 01, 1940 (85 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 194,337 | $1,500,000 | 1,381$ |
| Totals | 1 | 211,049,527 | 194,337 | $1,500,000 | 1,381$ |
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Recent Mentions
Brazil:
Cooper mentions Richard Pryor as his childhood hero.
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United Kingdom:
Richard Pryor co-wrote the western spoof that cemented Brooks's position in comedy history.
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Ireland:
Kevin Hart seems to have taken a line in Richard Pryor’s autobiography to heart regarding the nature of his comedy.
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Jamaica:
Richard Pryor is known for his fearless, raw, and hilarious observations of life, race and society.
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Dominican Republic:
Richard Pryor was instrumental in updating the comedy genre during the last third of the 20th century.
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Australia:
Richard Pryor was mentioned in the context of a famous sketch during the SNL50 special.
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United Kingdom:
Richard Pryor was one of the first black comedians to cross over into the mainstream and make movies.
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