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TV Lament: Where Have Comics Gone?
Hollywood AP reports a TV downturn for comics as Las Vegas, Broadway, and film stars draw work away. Few new comics gain steady TV spots, with Flip Wilson a notable exception. industry watchers cite economics, topical humor, and the rise of funny women changing the landscape.
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