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Harold Ramis Dies At 69

Posted by samzenpus on from the print-is-dead dept.

samzenpus writes "Writer and comedian Harold Ramis has passed away at 69. Ramis had a hand in many classic comedies but is especially loved for playing the ghost-hunting Egon Spengler in Ghostbusters. 'His creativity, compassion, intelligence, humor and spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved him,' said his family in a statement."

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  1. Sample by Cow+Jones · · Score: 5, Funny

    I'd like a sample of his brain tissue.

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  2. So...do you have any hobbies? by Impy+the+Impiuos+Imp · · Score: 5, Funny

    "Now I really collect spores, molds, and fungi."

    Oh come on, he would laugh!

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  3. Re:Egon Gone by Steeltalon · · Score: 4, Funny

    Dude! It's "crossed the *STREAMS*!
    I blame today's educational system for failing us.

    SMH

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  4. Re:See you on the other side, Egon by dohnut · · Score: 4, Funny

    "Print is dead."
    - Egon, 1984

    "Egon is dead."
    - Print, 2014

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