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“Every time I was with Sammy [Davis Jr.] it was like going to the show business museum because the stories were so extraordinary, and I didn't care if they were true or not after a while. ... I don't know if he really got high with Humphrey Bogart or not. It didn't matter because he was painting these fantastic pictures.”

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Billy Crystal is a renowned American actor, comedian, and screenwriter, born on March 14, 1948. He has achieved great success in the film and television industry with his unique sense of humor and acting talent. Crystal has starred in many films, such as 'When Harry Met Sally' and 'City Slickers', and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in 'When Harry Met Sally'. more

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