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Andy Kaufman
Wrestling with the American Dream
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Andy Kaufman's unexpected death in 1984 led some fans to suspect it was another of his elaborate pranks, following a career marked by unconventional performances. Known for his bizarre acts, he often left audiences perplexed or annoyed, such as lip-synching the Mighty Mouse theme or reading The Great Gatsby aloud. His unique approach to comedy challenged traditional expectations, making him a controversial figure in entertainment history.
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Andy Kaufman, Florian Keller
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- Released
- 2005
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- Title
- Andy Kaufman
- Subtitle
- Wrestling with the American Dream
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Florian Keller
- Publisher
- University of Minnesota Press
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 212
- ISBN13
- 9780816646036
- Category
- Theatre / Drama
- Description
- Andy Kaufman's unexpected death in 1984 led some fans to suspect it was another of his elaborate pranks, following a career marked by unconventional performances. Known for his bizarre acts, he often left audiences perplexed or annoyed, such as lip-synching the Mighty Mouse theme or reading The Great Gatsby aloud. His unique approach to comedy challenged traditional expectations, making him a controversial figure in entertainment history.