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The Greatest Bits Of Andy Kaufman

One of Kaufman’s greatest recurring bits was his incessant need to fight or wrestle anyone he came across. For the out-of-shape comedian that usually meant women. No, seriously, he was responsible for sponsoring an event called the “Inter-Gender Wrestling Championship of the World.” When he wasn’t busy getting the living daylights beaten out of him by women half his size, he got together with professional wrestler Jerry “the King” Lawler for what is perhaps the most drawn-out fake fight in television history. Both Lawler and Kaufman made several appearances on various platforms, each time becoming increasingly ornery. After one physical altercation, Kaufman was seen wearing a neck brace to play up the whole affair.

Kaufman Interviews Elayne Boosler

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