Obituary of Richard Kiel

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Richard Kiel

Richard Kiel (born September 13th, 1939 in Detroit, Michigan) was an Film Actor who was best known for his roles in the James Bond movies. Richard died on September 10th, 2014 and his death was reportedly because of Coronary artery disease. He was 74 years old when he passed away.

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Richard Kiel Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Kiel, Richard
    • Common Name: Richard Kiel
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Detroit, Michigan, United States
    • Birth Date: September 13, 1939
    • Age: 74 (at death)
    • Occupation: Film Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Newman's Own Dressing
    • Favorite Color: Baby Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Diesel Only The Brave Wild
    • Favorite Actor: Elizabeth Taylor

    Richard's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Richard Dawson Kiel
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Diane Rogers (married 1974-2014, his death)
      • Faye Daniels (married 1960-divorced 1973)
    • Son(s):
      • Bennett Kiel

Death Notice:

  • Date: September 10 2014 at age 74
  • Place: Fresno, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Coronary artery disease
  • Funeral Arrangements: Not made public

Category Tags:

Film ActorAmerican Born on September 13th Born in 1939 Born in Michigan Died in 2014 Died at age 74 Died from Coronary artery disease

Quotable Quotes:

"To be loved is important, as is having a sense of accomplishment, but to love is equally important in life, especially when it is combined with taking action to do something for someone else to make their life better." (IMDB)

"Richard Kiel will always be remembered as a talented actor and a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, leaving a lasting impact with his iconic roles and larger-than-life presence. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-02 17:16:06
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