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Comedian Patrice O'Neal Dies at 41

Patrice O'Neal dies at 41 due to complications from a stroke.

After complications from a stroke back in October, comedian Patrice O'Neal passed away Monday night. Opie of Sirius XM Radio's Channel 105, The Opie and Anthony Channel, Tweeted, "Yes it's true that our pal Patrice O'Neal has passed away. The funniest and best thinker I've ever known PERIOD."

 

O'Neal, a diabetic, was a native of Boston, Massachusetts, and known for his edgy comedy. He appeared on Chappelle's Show, The Office and Comedy Central's Roast of Charlie Sheen.

 

Patrice O'Neal was 41.

 

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