Cheech Marin First Wife: Who Is Rikki Marin?

Rikki Marin, whose real name is Darlene Morley, is an actress, screenwriter and producer, known for the movies Gas Pump Girls (1979), Cheech & Chong’s: The Corsican Brothers (1984) and Cheech and Chong’s Next Movie (1980).

Rikki is the first wife of Cheech Marin. The duo got married in 1975. Their union was blessed with a child until their split in 1984.

Who Is Cheech Marin?

Cheech Marin is an American actor, musician and comedian, born on July 13, 1946, in South Los Angeles, California.

He is one actor that speaks Spanish fluently, even though he has Mexican-American roots.

Marin studied English at California State University, Northridge and later on met his industry partner Tommy Chong, whom he played host together with at the 2010 WWE Raw.

Cheech Marin Career

Marin came to fame during the 70s and 80s, for being a part of the comedy duo Cheech & Chong, together with Tommy Chong.

He has played the role of a voice artist in many Disney films such asThe Lion King, Coco and Chihuahua.

The 2006 edition of Celebrity Duets, saw Marin share the same stage with the likes of Peter Frampton, Randy Travis, Clint Black, Aaron Neville, and Al Jarreau.

As an actor Marin appeared on the hit TV series Lost,  and Expecting a Miracle.

In 2012, Marin took part in the Food Network reality series Rachael vs. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off.