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Andy Kaufman: 10 Legendary Moments That Defined Comedy's Greatest Provocateur

Andy Kaufman wasn't just a comedian—he was a performance artist who challenged every convention of entertainment. His surreal, boundary-pushing acts transformed stand-up comedy into an unpredictable psychological experiment that left audiences simultaneously bewildered and mesmerized.

Here are ten wild clips that illuminate Kaufman's unparalleled genius:

His infamous 'Foreign Man' routine on 'Taxi', which transformed into an uncanny Elvis Presley impression
The legendary wrestling performances that blurred lines between comedy and genuine confrontation
His provocative appearances on 'Saturday Night Live' that consistently shocked audiences
The notorious Carnegie Hall performance where he brought his entire audience out for milk and cookies
His complex relationship with professional wrestler Jerry Lawler, which became a meta-narrative about performance itself
The reading of 'The Great Gatsby' in its entirety during a comedy set
His intentionally terrible lounge singer persona
Elaborate pranks that made audiences question what was real
Challenging gender and cultural stereotypes through exaggerated characters
His final performance art piece: his own mysterious death and posthumous mythology

Kaufman's legacy isn't just about comedy—it's about challenging perception, breaking theatrical rules, and transforming entertainment into a philosophical inquiry. He didn't just perform; he interrogated the very nature o

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