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Last Updated on March 18, 2024: By Irene Rotich

Richard Lewis Biography

Richard Lewis is an American actor-writer, as well as a former stand-up comedian. He rose to fame in the 1980s and became famous for his dark, neurotic, and self-deprecating humor.


10 Quick Facts About Richard Lewis

  • Name: Richard Lewis
  • Age: 77 Years Old
  • Birthday: June 29
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer
  • Height: 5 feet and 9 inches (1.75 m)
  • Nationality: American
  • Occupation: Actor, Writer, Former Comedian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Salary: Under Review
  • Net worth: $7 million

Richard Lewis Age

Lewis is 77 years old. He was born on June 29, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York, United States. He celebrates his birthday on 29 June every year and his birth sign is Cancer.

Richard Lewis Height

Lewis stands at a height of 5 feet and 9 inches (1.75 m)tall.

Richard Lewis Weight

Lewis has an approximate weight of 74kg (163.14 lbs).

Early Life and Education

Lewis was born on June 29, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York, United States. He was raised in Englewood, New Jersey by his father Bill Lewis who was co-owner of Ambassador Caterers in nearby Teaneck, New Jersey, and his mother Blanche who was an actress in the community theatre. His family is Jewish, though not especially religious. He grew up with his older sister older than him by 9 years and a brother by 6 years.

Lewis’s father spent most of his time in his catering business, and his siblings had both left home by the 1960s, leaving Lewis at home alone with his mother, with whom he did not get along so well. Lewis was recognized for being the class comedian and causing problems in school. He graduated from Dwight Morrow High School in 1965 and proceeded to Ohio State University where he graduated with a degree in marketing.

Rise to Fame

Lewis came to the limelight in the 1980s and became famous for his dark, neurotic, and self-deprecating humor.

Richard Lewis Parents

Lewis was born in Brooklyn, New York, United States, and raised in Englewood, New Jersey by his father Bill Lewis who was co-owner of Ambassador Caterers in nearby Teaneck, New Jersey, and his mother Blanche who was an actress in the community. Sadly, his father passed away in 1971.

Richard Lewis Siblings

Lewis has an older sister who is older than him by 9 years and a brother who is older by 6 years. However, their identities are currently not publicly available. We will update this section once this information is available

Richard Lewis Wife

Lewis is happily married to his lovely wife Joyce Lapinsky. The couple had their wedding in 2005, Lewis does not have any kids of his own although he has been married to his partner for 18 years. He met his wife, Joyce Lapinsky in 1998 at a Ringo Starr album release party, while she was working in music publishing. The couple were engaged in 2004 and married in 2005. The family resides in Los Angeles, California.

Richard Lewis Children

Lewis does not have any kids of his own although he has been married to his partner for 18 years.

Richard Lewis Net Worth

Lewis has an estimated net worth of $7 million dollars. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as an Actor. Through his various sources of income, Lewis has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Body Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Richard Lewis.

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Richard Lewis Wiki

  • Full Names: Richard Philip Lewis
  • Popular As: American actor and writer
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation / Profession: Actor, Writer, Former Comedian
  • Nationality: American
  • Race / Ethnicity: Jewish
  • Religion: Christian
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Richard Lewis Birthday

  • Age: 77 Years Old
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer
  • Date of Birth: June 29, 1947
  • Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York, United States
  • Birthday: June 29

Richard Lewis Body Measurements

  • Body Measurements: To be Updated
  • Height / How Tall?: 5 feet and 9 inches (1.75 m)
  • Weight: 74kg (163.14 lbs)
  • Eye Color: Dark Brown
  • Hair Color: Blonde
  • Shoe Size: To be Updated
  • Chest Size: To be Updated
  • Waist Size: To be Updated

Richard Lewis Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): Bill Lewis
  • Mother: Blanche
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): To be Updated
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse/ Wife: Joyce Lapinsky (m-2005)
  • Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable
  • Children: None

Richard Lewis Net Worth and Salary

  • Net Worth: $7 million
  • Salary: Under Review
  • Source of Income: Actor, Writer, Former Comedian

Career

Lewis started his career as a stand-up comedian in the early 1970s, after he was discovered by comedian David Brenner, who assisted him in getting his first appearance on The Tonight Show playing as Johnny Carson in 1974.

In the year 1985, Lewis released his first comedy special, called I’m in Pain, which was followed by I’m Doomed (1990) and I’m Exhausted (1988). Also, Lewis appeared in several movies during this period, such as Daddy Dearest (1993).

In the year 1992, Lewis was given the role of Warren Sheffield on the ABC sitcom Anything but Love. Lewis received two Golden Globe nominations for his outstanding performance on the show.

Following the success of Anything but Love, Lewis continued to perform in television and movies. In early 2000, he started appearing as a semi-fictionalized version of himself on the HBO sitcom Curb Your Enthusiasm, and he has remained a recurring cast member on the show throughout its run.

Final Thought

Lewis is a survivor. He has faced many health challenges in his life, but he has always persevered. Lewis is grateful for the strength he has found within himself and is excited to use his experiences to help others.

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