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    Ralphie May. Ralph Duren May [1] (February 17, 1972 – October 6, 2017) was an American stand-up comedian and actor, known for his extensive touring and comedy specials on multiple media platforms.

  2. Jun 16, 2023 · May appeared in such films as For da Love of Money and was the only white standup comedian featured on The Big Black Comedy Show, Vol. 4 DVD in 2005. Ralphie May was born on February 1, 1972, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and was raised in Clarksville (Johnson County). He grew up listening to veteran comedians Richard Pryor, Eddie Murphy, and Sam ...

  3. Ralphie passed away on October 6, 2017 in Las Vegas where he had been in residence at Harrah’s casino. He had just won the Casino Comedian of the Year award at the Global Gaming Expo. He was 45 years old. Born on February 17, 1972 in Chattanooga, Tennessee and raised in Clarksville, Arkansas, Ralph Duren May was one of four kids raised by his ...

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  5. Feb 14, 2024 · Born in Chattanooga and raised in Clarksville, Arkansas, Ralphie May found his calling in comedy early on. With a charm that captivated audiences and a storytelling ability that made his performances memorable, May’s journey from high school talent shows to international stages is a testament to his talent and determination.

  6. Oct 6, 2017 · Update: Nevada’s Clark County Coroner ‘s office announced stand-up comedian Ralphie May died of natural causes from hypertensive cardiovascular disease. May died on October 6th in Las Vegas at ...

  7. Oct 6, 2017 · Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee ― but raised in ArkansasMay’s first break came at age 17, when he won a contest to open for comedian Sam Kinison, his idol. Kinison encouraged May to move to Houston and work on his comedy there. May took the suggestion, eventually graduating from a performing arts high school in the area.

  8. Ralph Duren May, better known as Ralphie May, was an American stand-up comedian and actor. Ralphie May was Ralph Duren May born 17 Feb 1972 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to parents Charles Winston and Sue Ann (nee Sykes) May, the youngest of 4 children. Raised in Clarksville, Arkansas, Ralphie May struggled with obesity throughout his life, but ...