Biography
Richard Claxton Gregory was an American comedian, actor, writer, activist and social critic. Gregory became popular among the African-American communities in the southern United States with his "no-holds-barred" sets, poking fun at the bigotry and racism in the United States. In 1961 he became a staple in the comedy clubs, appeared on television, and released comedy record albums.
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Awards & recognition
- Phoenix Award · 1993
- Thomas Merton Award · 1974
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Grammy Award — Best New Artist · 1962 · nominated
Filmography23 titles
Irwin & Fran
In Remembrance of Martin
Nationtime
It’s a Revolution Mother
American Revolution 2
The One and Only Dick Gregory
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
What Happened, Miss Simone?
King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis
Wonder Showzen
Reno 911!
The Leisure Seeker
Baldwin's Nigger
The Dick Cavett Show
The Ed Sullivan Show
Goodbye Uncle Tom
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
Shadows of Liberty
The Hot Chick
Steppin: The Movie
Mark Gregory: Run With It
Live at Mister Kelly's
The Cotton Pickin Truth... Still on the Plantation