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In this delightful episode of An Evening With Groucho, Dick Cavett stands before an eager audience, ready to introduce the iconic comedian Groucho Marx. Cavett expresses his disbelief at being able to share the stage with such a legendary figure, recalling their first encounter over a decade ago. This meeting occurred on a sunny Sunday afternoon, following the funeral of Groucho's dear friend, George S. Kaufman, a man Groucho revered greatly.
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