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Jim Abrahams Dead: Airplane, Naked Gun Comedy Icon Was 80

Variety
Story by Jordan Moreau
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Comedy icon Jim Abrahams, mastermind behind 'Airplane!' and 'Naked Gun,' dies at 80, leaving a hilarious legacy that defined the spoof genre.
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  • Abrahams co-founded the legendary filmmaking trio Zucker, Abrahams and Zucker, whose zany slapstick comedies became cult classics and inspired generations of parody films.
  • Despite his untimely passing, Abrahams' impact on the industry will live on, as his signature style of over-the-top, pun-filled humor cemented his place as a true comedic genius of his era.
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Jim Abrahams, Jerry Zucker, David Zucker, Zucker, Abrahams and Zucker, Airplane!, Hot Shots!, Naked Gun
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