Obituary of Freddie Prinze

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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:
    • Active Years: 1973-1977
    • Religion: Lutheran
    • Net Worth: $30 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Tyson Chicken Nuggets
    • Favorite Color: Red
    • Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb
    • Favorite Actor: Al Pacino

    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):
    • 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:

ComedianTV 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.

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Freddie Prinze on Wikipedia.org
Freddie Prinze at IMDB

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2024-02-15 16:43:03
Author: Stan
Confirmation: Freddie Prinze on Wikipedia


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