Weve updated the security on the site. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Keep supporting great journalism by turning off your ad blocker. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Next month he was going to shoot a supporting role in the action drama "Arrive Alive," starring Willem Dafoe. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. They're not laughing. "Robin was discovered by the community, and he refused to leave the community," says Eric Reed, who in the past few months has launched another Crenshaw comedy spot, the Fun House, with help from Harris. This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. Verify and try again. (c)2015 Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home. Robin Jeannine Harris of Pensacola, Florida passed away on July 14, 2021 at the age of 59. They get scared that they can't handle it. "I ask my mother for advice on show business," Harris told the Los Angeles Times last year. Let others know about your loved one's death. Thanks for your help! Discovery Company. Julie Harwell (left in beige jacket) and Lamont Thomas observe their surroundings on Jefferson Avenue .The couple told us they were in the store during the shooting as they avoided the gunman's wrath and hid their 8-year-old daughter in a freezer. Actor, Comedian. Bb's Kids instead became an animated feature. Much loved and cherished by her daughter Cathy, grandsons Andrew and Daniel and by John Brown. Atlantic Funeral Homes - Dartmouth Chapel. In Harris' "B-b's Kids" routines, Harris' girlfriend Jamika would insist that he take her son and her friend B-b's three children with them on a date, as she continually agreed to babysit them. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/230580932/robin-houser. Rickey was preceded in death by his father, Lester Harris, and one brother, Robin Harris. Every major city wants me. cemeteries found in Inglewood, Los Angeles County, California, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Robin Harris (1390)? At the time of his death, Robin Harris had finished shooting the role of Butterbean Jones, a comedian from Mississippi, in Lee's current project, "Mo' Better Blues." Robin Hughes Harris Sr. (August 30, 1953 - March 18, 1990) was an American comedian and actor, best known for his recurring comic sketch about "Bb's Kids". And I started laughing because it was funny to realize that this man was that sensitive. Whitfield is survived by her husband of 68 years, Garnell W. Whitfield Sr., her children and numerous grandchildren. Add a Memory Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Search above to list available cemeteries. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Atop the casket was a mountain of roses from Eddie Murphy. She was retired from the US Postal Service.The burial will follow the service in the Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery. "Earthquake did your hair this morning, baby? English You have chosen this person to be their own family member. "And he said, 'Man, I don't know what's wrong,' and started crying. Harris had been putting on weight in recent years, but in the funeral program was a picture of him as a lean high school track star. People who worked with Robin Harris knew a different side of him. She has been a true blessing to so many people. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Family members linked to this person will appear here. During the mid-1980s, Harris worked as the master of ceremonies at the Comedy Act Theater. 5/18/22, BUFFALO, NY - MAY 15: Jeanne LeGall, of Buffalo, hugs Claudia Carballada, of Buffalo, as she gets emotional, as she pays her respects at an makeshift memorial as people gather at the scene of a mass shooting at Tops Friendly Market at Jefferson Avenue and Riley Street on Sunday, May 15, 2022 in Buffalo, NY. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Little Richard was in attendance, as were a number of young black actors and stand-up comics. This browser does not support getting your location. JAMES HARRIS OBITUARY. Yesterday we said goodbye to my dearest best friend. He earned an athletic scholarship to Ottawa University in Kansas, and he never gave up playing basketball. Robin received a Master's Degree in . You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Born in Rutherford County on February 6, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Bill Max Harris and Deanna. She didnt get her new kidney here but she did when she transformed from her body here to her heavenly body. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. English She was a devoted member of the Brit Ahm Messianic Synagogue Family where she also worked as the office administrator and family ministries director for 14 years. Excerpt from obituary published by Stamey Tysinger Funeral Home: Robin Harris Houser, 63 of Hilltop Road, Lincolnton , passed away on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville. In 2006, a posthumous DVD, titled We Don't Die, We Multiply: The Robin Harris Story (2006), was released. But Harris would always shrug it off. And that was it. Donations can be made at https://hatikvaproject.org/donate/. "Robin would talk about you, your mother, your father and your baby, and you would still love him," says Williams, smiling. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? (Kent Nishimura/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images). Garnell Whitfield said he had been trying to call his mother after hearing about the shooting but couldnt get in touch with her. Click here to search for a loved one's obituary, Atlantic Funeral Homes - Sackville Chapel, Atlantic Funeral Homes - Dartmouth Chapel, Contact Us | Terms | Privacy | About | Facebook. As Sweet Dick Willie, Harris improvised the street-corner jive that got the biggest laughs in the movie. We work with local churches to provide visitations and services in your local city. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Robin Harris (1390)? "It's a brother who was the first one to see it. Ricky Harris, 54 of Adel passed away Sunday, April 3, 2022 in Nashville. Hometown. "Robin was not scared of anything," Gross says, "and he was least of all scared of success.". Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. (The night after a Southern California earthquake, Harris zeroed in on a woman with a wild hairdo. The film features never-before-seen performances by Harris and accolades from such contemporaries as Martin Lawrence, Bernie Mac, Cedric the Entertainer, D. L. Hughley, Robert Townsend, and Joe Torry. We are stronger than those who would try to hurt us think that we are we are strong. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store . 2023 Cable News Network. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Spike Lee and Mike Tyson had also sent huge wreaths. Prior to working at Brit Ahm, Robin was the library administrator of John C. Pace Library for 30 years. I will see you again one day and we have fun together forever. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ricky Harris please visit our Tribute Store. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. "And if you did his material, he would confront you about it. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. According to CNN affiliate WGRZ, Chaney, 65, had survived three aneurysms and breast cancer, which inspired people to wear pink in her honor. The family would like to thank all of those who loved on and took care of Robin during her last days, especially Leah Horton and Roseanne Harris. ", "I think the thing that he instilled in all of us was to study your craft and respect it," says Lewis Dix Jr., a young comic who was a protege of Harris. Survived by numerous extended family members & friends. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Rich Little, and Tone Lc.[4][5]. During the. We will worship Ad-nai forever. And I'm saying, 'You're crazy.' Year should not be greater than current year. "He would humiliate you to the point where you praised him for that. She didn't mean his humor. January 07, 2023. Failed to remove flower. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Required fields are marked *. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Exetta Harris was married to Robin Harris Sr. at the time of his death in 1990. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Receive a notification when services are updated. . Robin Harris, a comedian and actor who appeared in the movies ''Do the Right Thing,'' ''Harlem Nights'' and ''House Party,'' was found dead in a hotel room here on Sunday, officials said. Invalid memorial. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. A system error has occurred. ', "Spike was the cat who saw it," says Carew. But it was Dix who seemed to have inherited his mantle. He was killing 'em," Williams recalls. Harris was not known to use drugs. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. She had a heart to work with women, children, and youth, whom she loved to serve. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Copyright 2019 - 23 Exhausted, he fell asleep on the floor and Ronnie Tanksley, his best friend and the last person to see him alive, put him to bed. Robin Williams Was 'Chased by . This account has been disabled. Try again later. For many, March 18 is simply the day after St. Patrick's Day, but for comedy lovers, it also marks the anniversary of the untimely tragic death of comedic legend Robin Harris. You were a vision of solidity and consistancy that are not easliy found. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Recently, Harris was also hanging out Monday nights at the Comic Strip on Sunset Boulevard, one of the main Hollywood comedy showcases, and a place where Harris didn't fare well early in his career. 7433 Pine Forest Rd, Pensacola, Fl 32526. Thanks for your help! Try again later. "He felt so good, he was so happy," Tanksley said at the funeral. And Harris was very close to his mother. He's got rehab written all over him . Failed to delete memorial. Robin Harris Houser, 63 of Hilltop Road, Lincolnton , passed away on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at Levine & Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. There is a problem with your email/password. Learn more about managing a memorial . Resend Activation Email. He became hot last year with the release of Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing." Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. You cannot merge a memorial into itself. Failed to report flower. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. During this time, he began to hone his craft of comedy. Devastation, anger, hurt, disbelief, pain, Whitfield said, describing his feelings that day. Her services come after funerals for other victims were held in the past week. Harris was constantly coming up with new material, or going to watch other comics, or listening to old comedy records by the likes of Redd Foxx, Richard Pryor and Rudy Ray Moore. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. 2. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. We never got any further than that point. And what they saw was a man whose style was raw and uncompromising. Your email address will not be published. They get scared that they're not really that good. Verify and try again. [2], In 1961, the family moved to Los Angeles, where he attended Manual Arts High School. All Rights Reserved. "He was proud of the show he had just put on.". When he was 8, his parents, Earl and Mattie Harris, moved the family to Los Angeles. Year should not be greater than current year. Mourners comfort Angela Crawley, seated at bottom left, and Robin Harris, daughters of Ruth Whitfield, who was killed during the supermarket shooting in Buffalo, New York. Sorry! He followed up later that year with a small role as a jazz club MC in Mo' Better Blues. Memorial Funeral Home, Crematory & Memorial Park Cemetery/Columbia, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. What has touched people most about the death of Robin Harris is that his career was just about to explode. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Robin, you are missed. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. ", In an interview with the Los Angeles Times last August, Harris told of an important piece of advice he got early in his career from the bawdy black ventriloquist Richard Sanfield (Richard and Willie): "Keep it down-home.". She was a very peaceful, sweet person and I feel like people should learn to be like that themselves, Chaneys granddaughter, Kayla Jones, said at the funeral. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Robin Harris I found on Findagrave.com. She was born September 23, 1955 to the late Wilbur E. Sundin and JoAnn Sundin-Tedder. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Robin Harris was born in Chicago, Illinois. 'Enough is enough': Harris addresses funeral of Ruth Whitfield after Buffalo shooting Kamala Harris and her husband, Douglas Emhoff, stand next to a portrait of Ruth Whitfield in Buffalo.. She was a devoted member of the Brit Ahm Messianic Synagogue Family where she also worked as the office administrator and family ministries director for 14 years. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. He was 36 years old. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/1390/robin-harris. appreciated. Have fun with all those who have gone on before us and ask all the questions you wondered about all these years. Authorize original obituaries for this funeral home. We are strong in our faith. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Please reset your password. I am sad but rejoicing that she singing, dancing and worshipping our Messiah. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. ", Exetta Harris is three months pregnant with their second child. A then-unknown San Diego-based comedian Faizon Love was chosen to play Robin, a recently divorced man who falls for single mother Jamika ( Vanessa Bell Calloway) at a funeral and is essentially. Remembered for her beautiful smile and helpful to everyone,. "I'da woke his ass up with a .38. No more pain, being poked and prodded with needles, or dialysis. ". This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. There was an error deleting this problem. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Published by The Republican from Oct. 16 to Oct. 18, 2015. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Robin Sue Harris went to sleep on Friday, April 9, 2021 sure in the hope of a resurrection. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Robin Hughes Harris Sr. was an American comedian and actor, best known for his recurring comic sketch about "Bb's Kids". ). All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. In high school, Robin Harris also proved to be skillful at "the dozens," the art of looking someone over and coming up with instant, devastating putdowns of his clothing, his physical characteristics, even his momma. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Fike-Randolph & Son Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. I love you Robin Harris with all my heart and soul. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. "I think the shame of Robin's career," says Gross, "is that when people were brought to see him, all they saw was his diction. His family and friends kept bugging him to see a doctor, but "he didn't really want to talk about it," his widow, Exetta, said Friday. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. CNN The eldest victim of the Buffalo supermarket massacre will be laid to rest Saturday. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Huntersville, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, USA. CNNs Jasmine Wright and Justin Gamble contributed. ("Come on down here to the colored section, Magic."). Bill Gross says Polygram still plans to release its Robin Harris album. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. All of them said a word or two in honor of Robin Harris. It is hate. 1,843 Robin Harris Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images Images Editorial Video Editorial FILTERS CREATIVE EDITORIAL VIDEO 1,843 Robin Harris Premium High Res Photos Browse 1,843 robin harris stock photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. GREAT NEWS! Robin Lee (Farquhar) Harris, 64, passed away on October 11, 2015. (Watching a young woman pass by, Sweet Dick Willie says to his buddies, "I better not see that naked on payday."). Harris also had roles in 1989's Do the Right Thing and Harlem Nights. You have meant so much to me. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much The children would regularly make a fool out of and/or annoy Harris. And there were plans to build a feature film around "BeBe's Kids," four out-of-control ghetto youngsters Harris created for his stand-up act. And if need be, he'd go physical with you, because that's how hard he worked. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Drag images here or select from your computer for Robin Harris Houser memorial. A memorial service will be held at a later date. 22-Jul-1961-16-Oct-2021. In 1980, he debuted at Los Angeles' Comedy Store. A system error has occurred. It is White supremacy. August 30, 1953. Robin Hughes Harris Sr. (August 30, 1953 March 18, 1990) was an American comedian and actor, best known for his recurring comic sketch about "Bb's Kids". They were truly one flesh. Oops, something didn't work. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? ", (The Comedy Act Theatre was open for business last weekend, with Dix as the emcee. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Robin Harris Houser I found on Findagrave.com. ', "He said, 'I don't know what it is. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Their younger brother Andy also died young. "You know how some men are. Born in Rutherford County on February 6, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Bill Max Harris and Deanna Ingle Canipe. It was directed by Bruce W. Smith and featured the voices of Faizon Love (as Harris), Vanessa Bell Calloway, Marques Houston, Nell Carter, Jonell Green, Now, let me take my rest so I can awake to resume loving and serving my God and neighbor.. September 23, 1955 - April 9, 2021. She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Fred Harris; sons, Sean Falahehay (Vanessa), Jim Harris (Roseanne), Rob Harris (Deidre), Paul Harris, and David Harris; her daughter, Kerri Harris; 17 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. ). based on information from your browser. Try again. So sad that we wont see Robin again on this side of heaven but joy because we know where she is. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. Find the obituary of Connie Farmer (2019) from Lexington, KY. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Robin was a life-long resident of Kingsport, TN and a 1983 graduate of Sullivan North High School. All Rights Reserved. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. ''I gave him a lot of latitude to make Sweet Dick funny,'' Mr. Lee said in an interview in The Los Angeles Times last summer. Together, the couple had two sons, Robin Harris Jr., born six months after his father's death, and his brother Antoine about whom they don't know much. Ricky was born April 23, 1967 in Hahira. Robin Harris, a comedian and actor who appeared in the movies ''Do the Right Thing,'' ''Harlem Nights'' and ''House Party,'' was found dead in a hotel room here on Sunday, officials said. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Lester Harris, and one brother, Robin Harris. Robin Renee Hammonds Harris, 56, of Kingsport, passed away on the morning of Saturday, February 5th, 2022 at Holston Valley Medical Center due to chronic health conditions. Please enter a valid Memorial ID. In Spike Lee's 1989 film, ''Do the Right Thing,'' Mr. Harris played the role of Sweet Dick Willie, one of a trio of middle-aged men who sit under an umbrella on a street corner and comment on the passing scene. ''I couldn't write that character as funny as Robin could. At the time of Harris's March 1990 death, his wife was pregnant with their son, Robin Harris Jr.,[6] who was born six months later, in September 1990. All Rights Reserved, Trinity Memorial Funeral Home Kingsport Tn, Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home offers Affordable Cremation & Funeral Services and provide our compassionate affordably priced funeral home, burial and cremation services throughout our region. Harris died without life insurance. After doing an 80-minute set, he went out for a prime rib dinner with friends, then moved on to a blues club before returning to his hotel. Robin grew up in Springfield,. For the British author and journalist, see, Last edited on 20 December 2022, at 00:22, Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male, Robin Harris; Tragedy of a Funny Man; At His Funeral in Los Angeles, Tribute to a `Down-Home' Comedian, "Robin Harris' life and comic legacy depicted in new documentary", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Robin_Harris&oldid=1128409053, This page was last edited on 20 December 2022, at 00:22. Rest In Peace my dear friend. As hot as his career was getting, he never gave up his $400-a-night gig at the Comedy Act Theatre Thursday and Friday nights. Make sure that the file is a photo. K mart?". To Robin, all service to people was ministry to the Lord and she was an example of one who served with all of her heart. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Following high school, she worked for the Central Office of Kingsport City Schools, Wrights Country Cuisine, and The Daily News. There was a problem getting your location. 'Traumatizing' Buffalo massacre strikes a chord with families who have lost loved ones to racist mass shootings. "I used to bitch to him all the time about life insurance and disability insurance," says Gross, "not because I ever expected anything to happen, but just because it's a necessity, when you start to become a star, that you're covered." Last Name "Burris" Jacksonville, FL Hardage-Giddens Riverside Funeral Home - Jacksonville Add Photos 1 Memory Ronald Maurice Carson Funeral service for Ronald Carson will be held on Saturday,. In fact, his brother had to drag him from the Comedy Act to catch a red-eye flight to Chicago for what was to be his last performance. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. One white TV executive who saw Harris at the Comedy Act told Harris's agent, Bill Gross, "I just couldn't understand him." Show your support Send Flowers Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. And I thought maybe he was in pain or somebody had just died. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. [1] He was posthumously nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male for his performance in film House Party. In addition to her mother she is survived by her brothers, Drew, Carmen and Todd Sundin. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Bonnie Seabury. His dream of becoming "a household name" seemed ready to come true. Angela Crawley and Robin Harris are embraced next to a portrait of their mother, Ruth Whitfield, an 86-year-old victim of the recent mass shooting in Buffalo, as they attend the funeral service . During the funeral here Saturday, many of the 1,600 mourners raised a hand and laughed when asked who among them had been on the receiving end of one of Harris's comic insults. His "old school" brand of humor began to gain him a mainstream following. In his review in The New York Times, Vincent Canby praised Mr. Harris's work for its ''great humor.''. "I know he went and had a physical a couple of months ago," she said, "and he was telling me that the doctors wanted to check him out. based on information from your browser. Try again later. That "down-home" style may have made Robin Harris the king of the Comedy Act Theater, a club in the black, middle-class Crenshaw area. East Tennessee: Bristol TN, Blountville TN, Bluff City TN, Elizabethton TN, Erwin TN, Johnson City TN, Gray TN, Kingsport, TN, Morristown TN, Piney Flats TN, Sevierville TN Southwest Virginia: Abingdon VA, Bristol VA, Big Stone Gap VA, Duffield VA, Gate City VA, Hiltons VA, Norton VA, Wise VA, Servicio en Espaol? Your generosity and kindness will not be forgotten. We, the family of Robin Harris (Jaques), are sad to announce her passing on October 16, 2021 at the Victoria General Hospital after a 3-year courageous battle with breast cancer. She meant his diction. I said, 'What is wrong, Robin? Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Whitfield said his family will not shy away from calling out the suspects alleged motive. Failed to remove flower. She was born September 23, 1955 to the late Wilbur E. Sundin and JoAnn Sundin-Tedder. Inside to the right, next to the stairs. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. The Sunday he died, he was scheduled to do a show in Cincinnati. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Although he had small parts in Eddie Murphy's "Harlem Nights" and Keenen Ivory Wayans's "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka," Harris had his first costarring role as a no-nonsense dad in the teen comedy "House Party," which opened this month. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Funeral Service: Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 11:00 AM. LOS ANGELES, MARCH 25 -- Not even the death of comedian Robin Harris could put a stop to the laughter. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Robin was a life-long resident of Kingsport, TN and a 1983 graduate of Sullivan North High School. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. "Robin would stand out at the bus stop and start doing a routine," says Myra J., a comic who knew and worked with Harris for six years. This browser does not support getting your location. This is a carousel with slides. EXETTA HARRIS. He apparently died in his sleep after giving a comedy show, officials said. 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