Celebrity Health for Celebs Over 50

Richard Pryor

Superstar comedian Richard Pryor was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1986. He lived with debilitating MS symptoms through the 1990s. Eventually, he was only able to move around with a power-operated scooter. He passed away in 2005 from a heart attack.

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January 23, 2014

Last Updated:
September 15, 2014