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I'm sure a psychologist would see something highly significant in how absent-minded I am. I mean I'd forget my head if it wasn't attached to my neck by muscles, ligaments and my esophagus.

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Alexei Sayle
Age: 72
Born: 1952
Born: August 7
Comedian
Film Actor
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City of Liverpool
Alexei David Sayle
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