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  1. On This Day July 29 1982 – Jerry Lawler Slapped Andy Kaufman on Late Night with David Letterman

    On This Day July 29 1982 – Jerry Lawler Slapped Andy Kaufman on Late Night with David Letterman

    On this day July 29 1982, professional wrestler Jerry Lawler shocked audiences when he slapped comedian Andy Kaufman in the face during a live taping of Late Night with David Letterman. The unexpected confrontation left both the studio and home audiences stunned as Kaufman threw coffee and...
    • Pete
    • News story
    • 1980s tv andy kaufman jerry lawler late night with david letterman wrestling feuds
    • Category: On This Day in 80s News
  2. On This Day: May 16, 1984 - Andy Kaufman Passed Away at Age 35

    On This Day: May 16, 1984 - Andy Kaufman Passed Away at Age 35

    On this day May 16, 1984, Andy Kaufman died from a rare and aggressive form of lung cancer known as large cell carcinoma. He was only 35 years old. Known for pushing boundaries and redefining comedy, Kaufman's death shocked fans and triggered a wave of conspiracy theories that still continue...
  3. Pete

    On This Day February 20 1981 - Andy Kaufman Started a Brawl During an Episode of Friday Night’s Sketch on ABC

    Pete has published a news story: On This Day: February 20, 1981 - Andy Kaufman Started a Brawl During an Episode of Friday Night’s Sketch on ABC. Read the full story here...
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