Freeman King

Freeman King
BornJune 1, 1943
Pelahatchie, Mississippi, U.S.
DiedJune 1, 2002(2002-06-01) (aged 59)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
MediumStand-up, television, film, writing
GenresObservational comedy, satire
Subject(s)American culture, everyday life

Freeman King (June 1, 1943 – June 1, 2002) was an American comedian known for such television shows and films as The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour, Fletch, Dance Fever, Under The Rainbow, and The Buddy Holly Story.[1]

At the suggestion of Redd Foxx, King teamed with comedian Murray Langston and became regular performers on The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour.[1]

King died on his 59th birthday in Los Angeles, of a heart attack.[2][3]

References

  1. ^ a b Daley, Ashley (June 11, 2002). "Freeman King: Actor, comedian and writer". Variety.
  2. ^ "Freeman King". June 11, 2002.
  3. ^ "Freeman King, 59; Actor, Comic Was a Regular on 'Sonny & Cher' TV Show". Los Angeles Times. June 7, 2002.


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