Obituary of Richard Jeni

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Richard Jeni

Richard John Colangelo (born April 14, 1957 in Brooklyn, New York) was a comedian and actor who was best known for his role in the movie, “The Mask” and “Richard Jeni: Crazy from the heat and the Aristocats.” Richard died on March 10, 2007 and his death was reportedly because of suicide by a self-inflicted gunshot. He died young at age 49.

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Richard Jeni Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Jeni, Richard
    • Common Name: Richard Jeni
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: April 14, 1957
    • Age: 49 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Richard Jeni
    • Occupation: Comedian
    • Religion: Catholic
    • Net Worth: 600 thousand
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Yoplait Yogurt
    • Favorite Color: Turquoise
    • Favorite Scent: Paco Rabanne Invictus
    • Favorite Actor: Jack Nicholson

    Richard's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Richard John Colangelo
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Brother(s):
      • Joseph Colangelo
    • Sister(s):
      • Mary Colangelo
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: March 10 2007 at age 49
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Suicide (Gunshot)

Category Tags:

ComedianAmerican Born on April 14th Born in 1957 Born in New York Died in 2007 Died at age 49 Died from Suicide

Richard's Notable Roles:

  • Comedian
  • Actor

Quotable Quotes:

"My mother never saw the irony of calling me a son of a bitch." (IMDB)

"Richard Jeni will always be remembered for his sharp wit and comedic talent that brought joy and laughter to audiences around the world, leaving a lasting impact on the world of comedy. (V)"

"Richard Jeni was a talented and successful comedian, known for his sharp wit and relatable humor, but sadly ended his life in tragic circumstances. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-13 00:43:03
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