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“If I get busted in New York, the freest city in the world, that will be the end of my career.”

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Lenny Bruce
Lenny Bruce

Lenny Bruce was an American stand-up comedian, social critic, and satirist. He was a pioneer of stand-up comedy and a significant influence on later comedians. Known for his controversial and often obscene humor, Bruce faced frequent censorship and legal troubles throughout his career. He was born on October 13, 1925, and died on August 3, 1966. more

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