Funnyman David Brenner dies at 78
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LOS ANGELES — David Brenner, the lanky, toothy-grinned “Tonight Show” favorite whose brand of observational comedy became a staple for other standups, including Jerry Seinfeld and Paul Reiser, died Saturday.
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Comedian David Brenner dies at 78
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Comedian David Brenner dies at 78
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David Brenner, comedian, dies at 78
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Comedian David Brenner, 'Tonight' favorite, dies