Rudy Moreno (1957–2024), "Godfather of Latino Comedy"

Rudy Moreno was an actor and comedian often called the “Godfather of Latino Comedy,” who as an actor appeared in “Arrested Development,” “The Shield,” “ER,” “Everybody Loves Raymond,” and other TV shows.

• Died:fMay 10, 2024 (Who else died on May 10?)
• Details of death:fDied in Los Angeles of complications from a stroke and sepsis at the age of 66.
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Rudy Moreno’s legacy

Los Angeles-born Rudy Moreno was a regular on comedy stages, especially on the West Coast. The stand-up comedian developed a reputation as a mentor to others, helping up-and-coming comedians navigate the often-difficult comedy circuit. He was also a prominent Latino stand-up comic, leading to his nickname, the “Godfather of Latino Comedy.”

Moreno most often appeared at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, California, where he was a regular. When not working the stage, Moreno was seen on screen, appearing in television shows like “Arrested Development,” “The Shield,” “ER,” “Everybody Loves Raymond,” “Kingpin,” and a host of others. He also appeared in and helped write the Comedy Central series, "Gabriel Iglesias Presents Stand Up Revolution," starring Gabriel Iglesias.

Tributes to Rudy Moreno

Full obituary: Los Angeles Times

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