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I've travelled a huge amount, but almost all of it has been through work. I spent five years stationed in London in the special services of the American Air Force, producing and directing shows for the troops, which I absolutely loved.

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Larry Hagman
Age: 81 †
Born: 1931
Born: September 21
Died: 2012
Died: November 23
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