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“Las Vegas: It was not cafe society, it was Nescafe society”

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Noel Coward, born on December 16, 1899 and died on March 26, 1973, was a British playwright, actor, director, and composer. He is a prominent figure in the British theater and film industry of the 20th century, known for his witty humor and unique style. more

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