Dick Gregory. Performing at Carnegie Hall, New York, 1962

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Dick Gregory performing at Carnegie Hall, New York, 1962

Dick Gregory (by name Richard Claxton Gregory) was an American comedian, civil rights and vegetarian activist. His writings were best sellers. 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.

b. October 12, 1932 in St. Louis, Missouri.
d. August 19, 2017 in Washington.

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