Rain Pryor

Actress, Comedian & Multiple Sclerosis Spokesperson

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Rain Pryor Biography

Rain Pryor is an actress, comedian, and jazz/blues vocalist. She is the daughter of comedian Richard Pryor and has been performing since 1993. Pryor's television credits include the ABC series "Head of the Class" and "Rude Awakening," and she has also made appearances on popular talk shows like "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson," "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," "The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson," and "The Tavis Smiley Show."

In addition to her work on screen, Pryor has also made significant contributions to the world of theatre. She created and toured in the award-winning show "Fried Chicken and Latkes," and her stage credits include playing Billie Holiday in the UK tour of the "Billie Holiday Story" and the title role of Ella Fitzgerald in "Ella, Meet Marilyn." Pryor's book "Jokes My Father Never Taught Me," offers a personal insight into her experiences as the daughter of the famed comedian.

Her work as a speaker focuses on themes of multicultural diversity, family, and Judaism. Pryor has been recognized for her contributions to the arts and the community, receiving the 2008 Marin Services For Women Founders Award, the 2005 NAACP Theatre Award, Best Female Performer Equity, and the 2005 Invisible Theatre's Goldie Klein Guest Artist Award. In 2015, Pryor received the inaugural British Urban Film Festival honorary award on behalf of her father, Richard Pryor.

Currently residing in Baltimore with her husband and daughter, Pryor is an MS Ambassador and actively engages in advocacy work, hosting and speaking around the world to educate families and friends about MS treatment options and therapies in honor of her father, who suffered from the disease.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/07/2024.

Rain Pryor Speaking Topics

  • The Art of Solo Show Performance/Acting & Standup Comedy

    An NAACP award-winning actress for her solo show "Fried Chicken and Latkes" and daughter of legendary comedian Richard Pryor, Rain Pryor gives fun and unique workshops on how to prepare and perform. Her successful acting classes in Baltimore led her to teach a Master Class in the art of solo show performance and preparation at Charms City's premier school for the arts, Baltimore School for the Arts.

  • Living Diversity – Growing Up Bi-Racial

    Growing up African American and Jewish in the late 60s early 70s gives Pryor a unique perspective on the issues of diversity. In this keynote speech, Pryor discusses the era of racial extremes and the America of today. Pryor also speaks about her experiences growing up Black and Jewish, including the similarities and how to bridge these communities together.

  • How to Live an Authentic Life

    Author of the two-time nominated book, Jokes My Father Never Taught Me: Life, Love, And Loss With Richard Pryor, Pryor gives a sobering and motivating talk on how to live your life authentically by forgiving and healing yourself.

  • Having a Parent with MS

    Pryor is an MS Research advocate. She has spoken across the country and abroad on living with a parent with MS and how to be a good care partner. She has supported research and participated with the National MS Society on Capital Hill to advocate for MS.

Rain Pryor Videos

  • Rain Pryor - Citybiz Interviews
    Rain Pryor discusses her role as co-curator of the Healing Bridges Across the Divide Exhibit, which aims to use art as a means to heal racial divides...
  • See an extended Interview with Rain Pryor
    Richard Pryor is beloved by people all over the world because his electric stage presence and legendary routines. Last night we down with his...
  • Rain Pryor - Fried Chicken and Latkes - YouTube

Rain Pryor Books

  • Jokes My Father Never Taught Me: Life, Love, and Loss with Richard Pryor
    Jokes My Father Never Taught Me: Life, Love, and Loss with Richard Pryor

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Rain Pryor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Art of Solo Show Performance/Acting & Standup Comedy, Living Diversity – Growing Up Bi-Racial, How to Live an Authentic Life and Having a Parent with MS. The estimated speaking fee range to book Rain Pryor for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Rain Pryor generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tracee Ellis Ross, Montel Williams, Ellen DeGeneres, Sandra Bernhard and Angela Bassett. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rain Pryor for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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