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Freddie Prinze Jr. Frederick James Prinze (born Frederick Karl Pruetzel ; June 22, 1954 – January 29, 1977) was an American stand-up comedian and actor, and the star of the NBC -TV sitcom Chico and the Man from 1974 until his death in 1977.
Jan 30, 1977 · Within twelve hours Freddie Prinze had shot himself, and today his friends and family, tired and drawn and uncomprehending, left the hospital to make funeral arrangements for him.
Freddie Prinze was a comedian and actor who starred in Chico and the Man (1974-1977) and other TV shows. He died by suicide in 1977 at age 22, after struggling with drug addiction and marital problems.
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- Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
May 6, 2022 · Freddie Prinze was a talented actor and comedian who rose to fame with his role in Chico and The Man and his appearances on The Tonight Show. He faced mental health issues, drug addiction, and a tragic death by suicide at 22. Learn more about his life, struggles, and legacy.
Actor: Chico and the Man. Freddie Prinze was born Frederick Karl Pruetzel in New York City, New York, to a Puerto Rican mother, Aurea Elena Ruiz, and a German immigrant father, Edward Karl Pruetzel. Freddie grew up in the Washington Heights section of New York City.
- June 22, 1954
- January 29, 1977
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IMDb profile of Freddie Prinze Jr., actor, producer, and writer known for She's All That, Scooby-Doo, and Star Wars. See his personal details, credits, videos, photos, trivia, and more.
Aug 8, 2023 · Comedian Freddie Prinze rose to superstardom thanks to '70s sitcom 'Chico and the Man,' but his personal demons led to a tragic end.
