Ever wondered about the life of the child born into the whirlwind of Hollywood stardom? Richie Meeker, the only son of iconic actress Mary Tyler Moore, lived a life marked by both privilege and profound tragedy, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew and loved him. His story, often overshadowed by his mother's glittering career, deserves to be told with the sensitivity and depth it warrants.

Richard Carleton "Richie" Meeker Jr. entered the world on July 3, 1956, a mere six weeks after his parents, Mary Tyler Moore and her first husband Richard Meeker, exchanged vows. Moore, at the young age of 18, found herself navigating the complexities of motherhood while simultaneously embarking on her own path to stardom. By the time Richie was three years old, Moore's career was gaining momentum, placing her in the demanding spotlight of television. The early years of Richie's life were thus intertwined with the burgeoning career of his famous mother, a dynamic that would inevitably shape his experiences.

Category	Information
Full Name	Richard Carleton "Richie" Meeker Jr.
Date of Birth	July 3, 1956
Mother	Mary Tyler Moore (American Actress, Producer, and Social Advocate)
Father	Richard Meeker (Dick Meeker)
Mother's Date of Birth	December 29, 1936
Mother's Place of Birth	Brooklyn, New York City
Marriage of Parents	1955
Divorce of Parents	1961 (Officially 1962)
Death	October 15, 1980
Legacy	Remembered for his youth, promise, and the heartbreak of his untimely death.
Reference	Mary Tyler Moore Official Website