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    Default Jerry Lewis: US comedian dies aged 91 in Las Vegas



    Entertainer Jerry Lewis, one of Hollywood's most successful comedians, has died aged 91.

    A family statement said he died of natural causes at his home in Las Vegas on Sunday morning.
    Lewis's 10-year partnership with Dean Martin saw them star in 16 films and achieve huge box office success.
    He became the highest-paid actor in Hollywood, chalking up hits such as The Bell Boy, Cinderfella and The Nutty Professor.

    http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-40994864

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    Default Re: Jerry Lewis: US comedian dies aged 91 in Las Vegas

    I loved watching his movies growing up (always seemed to be on thru the 6 weeks summer holidays). Though if I'm totally
    honest, I was genuinely surprised to read of his death, as I thought he'd already been dead for about 50 years.

    R.I.P

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