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Honey bees are amazing creatures. I mean, think about it, do earwigs make chutney?

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Eddie Izzard
Age: 62
Born: 1962
Born: February 7
Actor
Comedian
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Politician
Stand-Up Comedian
Television Actor
Voice Actor
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