Rik Mayall

Born: 1958-03-07 Harlow, Essex, England

Died: 2014-06-09

Richard Michael 'Rik' Mayall (7 March 1958 – 9 June 2014) was an English comedian, writer and actor. He was known for his comedy partnership with Adrian Edmondson, his over-the-top, energetic portrayal of characters, and as a pioneer of alternative comedy in the early 1980s.