Nipsey Russell - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 15, 1918 |
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| Died | October 02, 2005 (age 87) |
| Birthplace | Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Nipsey Russell's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Comedic poetry, appearances as a panelist on TV game shows such as 'Match Game' and 'Pyramid,' and his role as the Tin Man in 'The Wiz' (1978 film). |
Intro
Nipsey Russell was an American comedian, poet, and actor known for his witty, rhyming humor and frequent appearances on television game shows in the 1960s through the 1990s. He earned the nickname 'the poet laureate of television' for his memorable comic verses and was a trailblazer as one of the first African-American regular panelists on popular shows.
Early Life & Background
Nipsey Russell was born in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1918. He attended the University of Cincinnati before serving as an Army medic in World War II. After the war, he began his entertainment career performing in nightclubs.
Career Highlights
- Became a popular nightclub comedian in the 1950s.
- Broke barriers as one of the first African American comedians to regularly appear on television.
- Regular panelist on popular TV game shows, including 'Match Game,' 'Hollywood Squares,' 'Password,' and 'Pyramid' during the 1960s-1980s.
- Played the Tin Man in the 1978 musical film 'The Wiz.'
Trivia
- Known for his comedic poetry, often reciting humorous verses on TV.
- Had a recurring guest spot on 'Dean Martin's Celebrity Roast.'
- Never married and kept his private life out of the public eye.
FAQs
People also ask
Nipsey Russell was born the 15 September 1918.
Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About September 15th, 1918, in brief:
- Day of the week: September 15th, 1918 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Daughter of Rosie O'Grady by Lewis James
- Popular movie: Tarzan of the Apes directed by Scott Sidney
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