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Judy Tenuta died following a battle with ovarian cancer on Thursday afternoon in Los Angeles. She was known for mixing insult comedy with observational humour, self-promotion and bawdy onstage antics.
Judy appeared in shows such as The Vagina Monologues and Menopause the Musical.
She co-hosted on popular television programmes such as The View, Late Night With David Letterman, Larry King Live, Entertainment Tonight and Comics Unleashed.
As well as this, her stand-up specials have aired on Showtime, HBO, and Lifetime.
She was also a national spokesperson for a series of Diet Dr. Pepper commercials.
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Elvira added: “So sad to hear of the passing of my longtime friend and collaborator @JudyTenuta. The world has lost a brilliant talent.”
Sandy commented: “RIP Judy Tenuta the greatest the legend the blueprint.”
Lydia Cornell typed: “Oh no! Goddess of Comedy Judy Tenuta just passed away.
“Fans loved her for her characters The Love Goddess & Aphrodite of the Accordion.
” I love her. Fly with the angels, funny girl! The love and laughter will go on forever. #judytenuta.”
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