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Richard Philip Lewis was born on June 29, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York.

He graduated from Ohio State University in 1969 with a degree in marketing and communications.

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Lewis began his career by writing ad copy in New Jersey and jokes for comedians like Morty Gunty.

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He made his stand-up comedy debut in 1971 at New York's Improvisation and Pips.

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Lewis appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson in 1974.

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His work on cable, including "I'm in Pain" for Showtime in 1988, earned him nominations and awards.

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Lewis performed at venues like Carnegie Hall, solidifying his status as a comedic icon.

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He is known for his trademark neurotic humor and always wearing black.

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Lewis had a close friendship with his comedy idol Jonathan Winters.

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Richard Philip Lewis passed away on February 27, 2024, in Los Angeles, California, USA, due to a heart attack.

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