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Correct Answer: Richard Pryor

Richard Franklin Lennox Thomas Pryor was a stand-up comedian and actor. He reached a broad audience with his trenchant observations and storytelling style, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential stand-up comedians of all time. He began appearing regularly on television variety shows, such as The Ed Sullivan Show, The Merv Griffin Show, and The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.

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The Last Month Of The Year Used To Be February

While the Roman calendar only recognized 10 months, the Gregorian calendar recognized January and February as the Winter period, making them the last two months. Interestingly, this explains why February has the shortest number of days.

Name This Legendary Ed Sullivan Guest!

Is it Shirley Verrett or Lana Cantrell?
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