Obituary of Joan Rivers

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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
    • Favorite Scent: Byredo Gypsy Water
    • Favorite Actor: Judi Dench

    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:

ComedianFilm 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)

"The irreverent 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)"

"Joan Rivers was a legendary comedian and pioneer for women in the entertainment industry, but her life was tragically cut short due to complications from a routine medical procedure. (V)"

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