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Article: Celebrity Friends Salute Comedian Hero Richard Pryor

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December 28, 2005
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Simmonds, Yussuf
Los Angeles Sentinel
12-28-2005
from those who respected, loved and admired him

Richard Pryor left a lasting impression on, all of them

Richard Pryor was a genius and those who knew him, those who worked with
him and loved him, and those who borrowed from his body of work are pleased
to lend their voices in praise and respect for this wonderful human being.
It is befitting his stature as a great entertainer that the Los Angeles
Sentinel joins in paying tribute to him.

I have known Richard Pryor as a friend for many years and I consider his
passing a terrible loss to the world. Regarding his overall skills, Richard
was a true genius and the most awesome comedic performer and comedy ...

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