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Smirnoff Reframes Act After Cold War Shifts at Ozark Theater
Smirnoff, who arrived in the U S in 1977 with little money, reflects on a career changed by the end of the Cold War. He credits David Letterman as a catalyst for his shift toward a more American style while his act emphasizes kindness and humor. He jokes about high gas prices and notes the audience now sees him as a performer beyond his Russian identity.
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