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Richard Pryor

Is Richard Pryor A-List?

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YesRichard Pryor is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.

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Reached A-list in 1976

Silver Streak Film Success

Ranking Timeline

1967C$0.1M

Early Stand-Up Success

Begins gaining recognition for stand-up comedy in clubs.

1974B$2M+$1.9M

That Nigger's Crazy Album

His comedy album achieved platinum status, skyrocketing his career.

1976A$8M+$6M

Silver Streak Film Success

Starred in *Silver Streak*, solidifying his presence in film.

1979A$15M+$7M

Richard Pryor: Live in Concert

His stand-up concert film further cemented his status as a comedy icon.

1980A$22M+$7M

Stir Crazy Box Office Hit

Starred in *Stir Crazy*, which became a major box office success.

1982A$20M-$2M

Suffers Severe Burns

Pryor severely burned himself while freebasing cocaine, impacting his health and career.

1986A$25M+$5M

Jo Jo Dancer is Released

Writes, directs and stars in semi-autobiographical *Jo Jo Dancer*.

2005A$40M+$15M

Pryor Dies at 65

Passes away from a heart attack, leaving behind a legacy as one of comedy's greatest.

2026A$40M

Comedy Legend Legacy

Continues to be celebrated as a groundbreaking and influential comedian, shaping modern comedy.

Last updated: February 25, 2026