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If Only More People Walked Around With Giant Papier-Mache Heads
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Dead: Frank Sidebottom, or at least the guy who created and played him, and since most of you are not in the U.K., you'll say "Who?" Simple: A bizarre standup comedy icon from Manchester, notable for his large spherical papier-mache head and retro suit-and-tie attire. He sang, told jokes, and was on TV a lot over the years, always in character (he wouldn't recognize the existence of the guy under the fake head). He got diagnosed with cancer a short time ago but kept going after having a tumor removed from his chest; he'd just two weeks ago released a parody World Cup "song," and now his fans are dedicated to making it go to number one in tribute. (Manchester Evening News)
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