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Bawdy and soul: Benny Hill may have outlived his humor's official welcome, but he went down the last of England's unrepentant naughty-boy comics

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The late Benny Hill, British comedian/actor, defied all of the rules of tame comedy programs on television. His 'Benny Hill Show' is syndicated now in over 100 countries. Having never married, his personal life was a stark contrast to the boyishly leering, peeping-tom characters he portrayed.

Author: Wolcott, James
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Vanity Fair
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0733-8899
Year: 1992
Comedians, English wit and humor, British humor, The Benny Hill Show (Television program), Hill, Benny

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King of kings

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An appraisal is made of musician Elvis Presley, whose presence lives on in the form of movies, books and merchandsing. 2002 will be the silver anniversary of his death and a resurgence of interest will follow, yet Presley presented a confusing picture, which is yet to be understood.

Author: Wolcott, James
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Vanity Fair
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0733-8899
Year: 2001
United States, Musicians, Rock singers, Presley, Elvis

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Eager Weaver

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Weaver is starring in the new 'Alien 3' motion picture. The role required her to shave her head and sport a whole new look alien to the glamorous actress.

Author: Wolcott, James
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Vanity Fair
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0733-8899
Year: 1992
Illustration, Personalities, Weaver, Sigourney, Alien 3 (Motion picture)

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Subjects list: Appreciation, Behavior
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