Jeni began his career in stand-up in 1988 on HBO’s “12th Annual Young Comedian’s Special.” By the early 90’s, Jeni had gained notoriety for his stand up show “Platypus Man,” which was filmed right here in Chicago at the Park West Theater.
Over the years Jeni would appear in many television shows making notable guest appearances in such shows as “Married With Children,” “Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist,” and most recently “Everybody Hates Chris,” produced by his close friend Chris Rock. His career was not only in front of the stage but behind it as well working on various projects as a writer and producer for projects such as “The 77th Annual Academy Awards.”
Jeni has never strayed far from the stage as a stand up comic and it is there where our story comes full circle. Lumino Magazine was set to interview Jeni for his upcoming show last weekend at The Improv in Schaumburg when Jeni mysteriously became ill and was unable to appear. It is with our deepest regrets that we inform our readers of his sad departure; may he be in a better place.
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Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 11:47:54
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Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 12:03:27
Heartbreaking..... |
He will be greatly missed
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 13:55:59
He got me through High School. He brought my mother and I together for one night to see him live. It's still one of my most cherished memories. And I will regret everyday that I didn't see his show last October at the House of Blues (Sold Out, BTW)
We'll all miss ya, man. Thanks for everything. |
Never thought he was all that funny, but
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 14:32:38
So sorry this happened. I was never a fan--but he was a human being. Sorry he saw this as his only choice. |
Was it suicide?
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 14:48:09
My boy friend just shot himself in the face . . just doesn't sound right. |
He was our favorite -
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 14:49:51
Sad to see him go. |
He was our favorite -
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 14:50:10
Sad to see him go. |
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 15:06:10
Rest well, Richard.
You made me laugh and I can think of nothing greater in today's world.
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He was great and so true!!!
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 15:08:23
Will be missed by many. |
You'll be missed!!
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 15:33:41
You made me laugh countless times. I hope you found your peace. |
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 15:45:59
MAY HE FOREVER REST IN PEACE. |
R.I.P.
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 16:22:57
Sorry to hear this, about Richard Jeni.  |
So sorry to hear... ruined my day!
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 16:58:29
God bless ya, Richard, you made me laugh thru the hardest times in my life. So many of his punchlines find their way into my everyday conversations. He will be greatly missed. :-(
Rest in Peace, Richard |
Funny funny man
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 16:59:38
 , sawhim at wolf trap in va. laughed for days...last summer at dover downs...again genius of comedy...big fan,and will miss him very much... |
Another sad day for comedy
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 17:40:29
Unbelievable!!!! |
Why??
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 18:29:49
Could he have been ill---what a loss--I thought he was so clever in his humor...I was really looking forward to seeing him live the next time I could..May he be at peace now. Judy. |
remembering Richard
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 18:53:03
I am so sorry for Richard and his family...he was my 2nd cousin, and he meant a lot to many people...Richard,Rest in Peace.
His humor will be missed. |
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 18:53:18
 Why made him do such a thing? He was the best man. The first time i saw himwas in the mask and he made me laugh all the way through the movie. Rest in Peace Richard Jeni. And yeah, just sayingg "My boyfriend shot himself in the face doesent sound right. Could his girlfriend have done the assasination |
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 20:15:03
amway with a track team, not football team.
anyway, i'm so sad.... |
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 20:38:06
What a shock, saw him many times, he was the greatest. I hope he's in a better place, probably making everyone there laugh too. |
Gonna miss him.....
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 20:50:40
I'm in shock...He could make me laugh every time I saw him, the HBO show cracked me up even though I'd seen it many times...I knew what was coming and I'd still laugh.
So sad to think that someone so funny could feel so bad that he would have to take his life. |
Written by Guest on 2007-03-12 21:12:34
Thanks for the laughs may you RIP
J/N |
Guest
Written by Guest on 2007-03-13 00:37:19
He was true and made us laugh without shtick and smug putdowns. His shrewd and funny take on life will be missed. I hope his troubled soul is at peace. |
sad
Written by Guest on 2007-03-13 03:52:57
it just makes you wonder what goes on in peoples heads< you realy dont know what personal demons people are dealing with.it's sad that a person that can make you laugh one minute and make you sad the next. may you have peace mr.jeni |
ATG
Written by Guest on 2007-03-13 04:05:32
A True Great |
the day the laughter died
Written by Guest on 2007-03-13 10:39:37
A truly gifted comedian.
I will never forget the hours of laughter...
rest in peace Richard |
FUNNY KID
Written by Guest on 2007-03-15 10:36:43
I'LL NEVER FORGET THOSE LATE NIGHTS HANGING OUT AND LAUGHING SO HARD FROM WHAT RICHIE AKA GLEASON WAS SAYING ...GONNA MISS HIM ... |
r.i.p.
Written by Guest on 2007-03-16 22:49:27
Rest in peace... |
howard stern fan
Written by Guest on 2007-03-17 13:27:35
Always sad when someone takes his or her life. Just goes to show you all the $ doesnt make you a happy person, nor does it buy away your problems . Sad to see you go Richard and the Stern show will miss u. |
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