2: Actor/Comedian RICHARD PRYOR. This nationally acclaimed comedian has recently released his book Pryor Convictions and Other Life Sentences (Pantheon Books). Pryor's autobiographical novel takes readers on a journey through his successful yet struggle-filled life. A strong man who has overcome such ordeals as a drug addiction, self immolation, and six marriages, Pryor is determined to overcome his most recent battle with multiple sclerosis.
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