Stand-Up Comic Patrice O’Neal Dies

Stand-up comedian Patrice O’Neal died yesterday at the age of 41 following a stroke last month, his agent said. O’Neal appeared on Comedy Central celebrity roasts and on Conan O’Brien and David Letterman’s late night TV shows. O’Neal took part along with other celebrities in Comedy Central’s roast of actor Charlie Sheen in September. He also appeared in the Comedy Central special “Elephant in the Room,” and had guest roles in TV shows including “The Office” and “Arrested Development.” His film appearances included “In the Cut,” “25th Hour” and “Head of State.”