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There's something about doing stand-up that's cathartic.

Dave Chappelle

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Dave Chappelle
Age: 51
Born: 1973
Born: August 24
Comedian
Film Actor
Film Producer
Journalist
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Street Artist
Television Actor
Television Producer
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