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“I have been in the entertainment business some forty-three years, and I have never said anything detrimental or anything that might be construed as belittling any race or religion. I would be a sucker to do so because you can't insult the customers.”

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W.C. Fields, born William Claude Dukenfield, was a renowned American comedian and film star. Known for his distinctive humor and exaggerated performance style, he became famous during the silent and early sound film era of the 1920s and 1930s. Fields was recognized for his comical appearance and unique voice, and his characters often had a cunning and witty quality. more

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