Obituary of Freddie Prinze

Freddie Prinze

Frederick James Prinze Sr. (born June 22, 1954 in New York City, New York) was a comedian and TV actor who was best known for being the star of the 1974-1978 American TV sitcom, “Chico and the Man.” Freddie died on January 29, 1977 and his death was reportedly because of suicide by a self inflicted gunshot wound. He died at the tender age of 22.

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Freddie Prinze Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Prinze, Freddie
Common Name: Freddie Prinze
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States
Birth Date: June 22, 1954
Age: 22 (at death)
Occupations:
- Comedian
- TV Actor
Active Years: 1973-1977

Religion: Lutheran
Net Worth: $30 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Tyson Chicken Nuggets
Favorite Color: Red (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

Freddie's Family Tree

Birth Name: Frederick Karl Pruetzel
Father: Karl Pruetzel
Mother: Maria Pruetzel
Spouse/Partner:

Katherine "Kathy" Elaine Barber (née Cochran, married 13 October 1975-1977, his death)

Son(s):

Freddie Prinze Jr (born March 08, 1976)

Daughter(s):

Sarah Michelle Gellar

Death Notice:

Date: January 29 1977 at age 22
Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
Cause of Death: Suicide (gunshot)
Interment: Buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles, California

Category Tags:

Comedian TV Actor American Born on June 22nd Born in 1954 Born in New York Died in 1977 Died at age 22 Died from Suicide

Freddie's Notable Roles:

Chico and the Man

Quotable Quotes:

"Freddie Prinze's life was a shining example of talent, humor, and charisma, and although his passing came too soon, his legacy continues to live on through the joy, laughter, and inspiration he brought to countless people. (V)"

Is Mr. Freddie Prinze still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.