Robert Ripley
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Summary
Robert Ripley was born on December 25, 1890[1], in Santa Rosa[2]. He died on May 27, 1949[3], in New York City[4]. He worked as an anthropologist[5], journalist[6], illustrator[7], businessperson[8], and comics artist[9]. He ranks in the top 0.64% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (2,547 views/month, #6,436 of 1,000,298).[10]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Santa Rosa Odd Fellows Cemetery[11]
- Spouse: Beatrice Roberts[12]
- Country of citizenship: United States[13]
- Occupation: caricaturist[14], draftsperson[15], artist[16]
- Educated at: Santa Rosa High School[17]
- Award received: star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Commons category: Robert Ripley[20]
- Cause of death: myocardial infarction[21]
- Family name: Ripley[22]
- Given name: LeRoy[23]
- Manner of death: natural causes[24]
- Described by source: Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum biographical files[25]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[26]
- Name in native language: Robert Ripley[27]
- Start of work period: 1949[28]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[29]
Why It Matters
Robert Ripley has Wikipedia articles in 15 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[30] He is known by 23 alternative names across languages and contexts.[31]
Works attributed to him include Ripley's Believe It or Not![32], a media franchise[33], in United States[34].
FAQs
Where was Robert Ripley born?
Robert Ripley was born in Santa Rosa[2].
Where did Robert Ripley die?
Robert Ripley passed away in New York City[4].
Who was Robert Ripley married to?
Robert Ripley's spouses include Beatrice Roberts[12].
What did Robert Ripley do for work?
Robert Ripley worked as an anthropologist[5], journalist[6], illustrator[7], businessperson[8], and comics artist[9].
Where did Robert Ripley go to school?
Robert Ripley was educated at Santa Rosa High School[17].
What awards did Robert Ripley receive?
Honors received include star on Hollywood Walk of Fame[18].