Dick Gregory, American comedian, actor, and author (died 2017)

Richard Claxton Gregory was an American comedian, actor, writer, activist and social critic. His books were bestsellers. Gregory became popular among the African-American communities in the southern United States with his "no-holds-barred" sets, poking fun at the bigotry and racism in the United States. In 1961 he became a staple in the comedy clubs, appeared on television, and released comedy record albums.

October 12 is the 285th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 80 days remain until the end of the year.