Dancing Barry
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Barry Richards[1] (born c. 1950)[2] is an entertainer who performed at National Basketball Association (NBA) games under the stage name Dancing Barry. He primarily performed with the Los Angeles Lakers and was a staple of their Showtime era.
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Born | Barry Richards |
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Alma mater | University of Houston |
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Employer | Los Angeles Lakers |
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Richards made his Dancing Barry debut for the Houston Rockets in 1975, and he performed in Houston for a few years. Starting in 1983, he was a paid performer for the Lakers for seven full seasons. He later performed for the Charlotte Hornets for five seasons as Magic Barry, a name he also uses for his entertainment company, corporate game shows and magic act.