Richard Jeni

Richard John Colangelo (April 14, 1957 – March 10, 2007), better known as Richard Jeni, was an American stand-up comedian and actor. He was known for his role in The Mask and in Platypus Man. He was born in Brooklyn, New York City.

Jeni committed suicide by shooting himself at his Los Angeles, California after suffering from depression for two months. He was 49 years old.