Biography
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Born
8 February 1942 (age 82)
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Born In
The Bronx, New York, New York, United States
Robert Klein (1942 - Present) is a stand-up comedian from the Bronx of New York City. He got his bachelor's degree from Alfred University,then went on to study drama at Yale University, where he was noticed and picked up by the Second City comedy troupe.
He has released several albums, the most recognized of which being 1972's "Child of the Fifties," in which he joked about his stereotypical Jewish upbringing in New York City and the politics of the fifties.
Since 1975 he has done 8 comedy specials for HBO, compiled for DVD in 2007. Also in 2007 he co-starred in the film "Reign Over Me" with Adam Sandler.
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