Comedian and actor Rudy Ray Moore died earlier this week at the age of 81 from complications of diabetes. Moore is best known for his role as a flashy, fast-talking pimp in the 1975 film ‘Dolemite’. Later in his career, Moore collaborated with artists such as 2 Live Crew, Big Daddy Kane, and Snoop Dogg becoming a feature of rap music.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.