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“My wife has a slight impediment in her speech. Every now and then she stops to breathe.”

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Jimmy Durante was an American singer, actor, and comedian, known for his distinctive voice and humor. Born on February 10, 1893, and passing away on January 29, 1980, Durante began his entertainment career in the early 1920s and achieved great success in radio, film, and music. more

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