Comedian Richard Pryor was an American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. He was known for his irreverent and controversial comedy style, which often included profanity and racial humor. He was one of the most influential and groundbreaking stand-up comedians of all time. His career spanned five decades and he won numerous awards, including five Grammy Awards. He was also nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in the film 'Live on the Sunset Strip'. His stage name was 'Pryor' (5 letters).