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Performers have the right to say what they want to, and anyone paying money has the right to accept or reject the art and entertainment that's available.
Penn Jillette
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Penn Jillette
Age: 69
Born: 1955
Born: March 5
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Film Director
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Penn Fraser Jillette
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