who is maya rudolph's father

Maya Rudolph's father is the late Richard Rudolph, a music executive and manager who worked with several well-known artists including his wife, the singer and songwriter Minnie Riperton. Richard and Minnie had three children, including Maya, before Richard passed away in 1995. Minnie also passed away in 1979, leaving Maya and her siblings to be raised by their father. Maya has since become a successful actress, comedian, and singer in her own right, known for her work on Saturday Night Live and other projects.