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“There was never a moment in George Carlin's career where he dipped below an A+. When he came out with the "Hippie Dippie Weatherman" on The Tonight Show, I mean, it seems so mundane now, but it was in black and white TV and the whole bit was that this guy smoked tons of grass and was a terrible weather man. "Forecast for tonight? Dark."”

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Jay Mohr, born on August 23, 1970, is an American actor known for his performances in television series and films. He is particularly recognized for his roles in 'The Newsroom' and the 'American Pie' film series. His acting career began with television commercials, which later led to significant roles in television and film. more

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