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“I toyed with the idea of playing Ravel's 'Pavane pour une infante defunte' but I couldn't remember if it's a tune or Latin prescription for piles.”

Quote by Les Dawson

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Les Dawson was a renowned British comedian, known for his unique humor style and performing talent. He was born on February 2, 1931, and passed away on June 10, 1993. Dawson's performances on television and stage were greatly appreciated by audiences, with his comedic works including 'Les Dawson Show' and 'Dawson's Run'. more

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