Date of Birth: December 7, 1969
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Date of Death: November 29, 2011
Biography
Patrice Malcolm O’Neal was an American comedian, actor, and radio personality, known for his uncompromising and often controversial style of comedy. Born in New York City and raised in Boston, O’Neal began his stand-up career in the early 1990s. He gained recognition for his sharp wit, fearless observations, and ability to tackle difficult topics with humor. O’Neal made numerous appearances on television and radio, including regular guest spots on “The Opie and Anthony Show” and his own Comedy Central special, “Elephant in the Room.” He also had acting roles in shows like “The Office” and “Arrested Development,” as well as the film “Scary Movie 4.” Despite his success, O’Neal’s career was cut short when he passed away in 2011 due to complications from a stroke.
5 Interesting Facts about Patrice O’Neal
1. Patrice O’Neal was named after Patrice Lumumba, the Congolese independence leader.
2. He had a degree in performing arts from Northeastern University in Boston.
3. O’Neal was known for his frequent appearances on Comedy Central’s “Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn.”
4. He was a passionate advocate for free speech in comedy.
5. Patrice O’Neal was posthumously nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album in 2012 for “Mr. P.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Patrice O’Neal
1. “I don’t lie. I improve on the truth.”
2. “You can’t be a victim and a hero simultaneously.”
3. “Comedy is just a funny way of being serious.”
4. “You have to be able to laugh at yourself. That’s what I do.”
5. “Honesty is the key to art. You have to be true to yourself.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Patrice O’Neal’s net worth was estimated to be around $500,000.
Children
Patrice O’Neal did not have any biological children but was a loving stepfather to his long-time partner’s daughter, Aymilyon.
Relevant Links
1. [Patrice O’Neal on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0642320/
3. [Patrice O’Neal on The Opie and Anthony Show](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_P6yU_ymFM
5. [Patrice O’Neal’s official website](http://www.patriceoneal.com/
