Obituary of Joan Rivers

Joan Rivers

Joan Rivers (born June 8th, 1933 in New York City, New York) was a Comedian who was best known for her controversial comedic persona. Joan died on September 4th, 2014 and her death was reportedly because of errors during a minor throat procedure at an out-patient surgery clinic. She was 81 years old when she passed on.

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Joan Rivers Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Rivers, Joan
Common Name: Joan Rivers
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
Birth Date: June 08, 1933
Age: 81 (at death)
Also Known As: Joan Molinsky
Occupations:
Active Years: 1959-2014

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Wonder Bread
Favorite Color: Rust (See all her faves at Hot-Forum)

Joan's Family Tree

Birth Name: Joan Alexandra Molinsky
Father: Meyer C. Molinsky
Mother: Beatrice Molinsky (née Grushman)
Sister(s):

Barbara Waxler

Spouse/Partner:

James Sanger (married 1955-annulled 1955)
Edgar Rosenberg (married 1965-died 1987)

Daughter(s):

Melissa Rivers (born January 20, 1968)

Death Notice:

Date: September 04 2014 at age 81
Place: New York City, New York, United states
Cause of Death: Brain Damage (complications after surgery)
Interment: cremated at Garden State Crematory in North Bergen, New Jersey, United States

Category Tags:

Comedian Film Actress TV Actress American Born on June 8th Born in 1933 Born in New York Died in 2014 Died at age 81 Died from Brain Damage

Quotable Quotes:

"[on her idea of a perfect childbirth experience] Knock me out with the first pain, and wake me up when the hairdresser arrives." (IMDB)

"Joan Rivers was a comedy legend who brought joy and laughter to millions through her quick wit, fearless humor, and unapologetic honesty, and her legacy continues to inspire and entertain us all. (V)"

Is Ms. Joan Rivers still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.