Civil rights activist Dick Gregory dead at 84

Noted comedian, actor and civil rights activist Dick Gregory has died at 84.

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His family confirmed the death Saturday through social media.

It is with enormous sadness that the Gregory family confirms that their father, comedic legend and civil rights activist...

Posted by Dick Gregory on Saturday, August 19, 2017

Gregory was hospitalized with a serious but stable condition, his son Christian said Thursday.

My father, Dick Gregory remains hospitalized with a serious but stable medical condition. His prognosis is excellent and...

Posted by Dick Gregory on Thursday, August 17, 2017

Gregory is survived by his wife Lillian and their 10 children.

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