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Comedian Patrice O'Neal dies at 41; manager releases statement

Tuesday, Comedian Patrice O'Neal died from complications from a stroke he had in October; O’Neal was also diabetic. 

Stand-up comedian Patrice O'Neal most recently appeared in Charlie Sheen’s roast in September.  Patrice O'Neal died in a New York hospital on Tuesday.

O'Neal's manager, Matt Frost released the following statement Tuesday afternoon:

It is with terrible sadness we must report that Patrice O'Neal has passed away this morning at 7:00am due to the complications of the stroke he suffered on October 19. Many of us have lost a close and loved friend; all of us have lost a true comic genius. His mother, who was also his best friend, was at his side. Patrice is survived by his wife, Vondecarlo; his step daughter Aymilyon, sister Zinder, and his mother Georgia. The family wishes to thank all of the fans and friends who have expressed an outpouring of love and support for Patrice these past weeks. We ask that you please respect the family's request for privacy at this difficult time.

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Patrice O'Neal was a popular New York comedian for approximately twenty years, and he made an appearance in the Comedy Central Roast of Charlie Sheen.

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