Richard Jeni Dead At 45

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Comedian Richard Jeni died Sunday of a possible self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was taken in to a hospital near his home in West Hollywood Saturday after a call to police from his girlfriend.

Los Angeles Police Officer Norma Eisenman said that Jeni’s girlfriend told police, “My boyfriend shot himself in the face!”

When police arrived at his home, Jeni was still alive but in critical condition. Officer Eisenman said that his death was not yet labeled as a suicide, but also hasn’t been ruled out as an investigation is underway.

Jeni has appeared in films such as The Mask and Dad’s Week Off. He also had guest appearances on TV shows like Married With Children and Everybody Hates Chris. Jeni was first and foremost a stand-up comedian and had many of his own specials as well.

Everyone here at Inside Pulse sends out their condolences and thoughts for his friends and family. May Richard Jeni rest in peace.