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Jerry Lewis's manic physical comedy and childlike persona made him one of America's most popular entertainers, both as part of the Martin and Lewis team and in solo vehicles like 'The Nutty Professor' where his multiple character work demonstrated remarkable versatility. His influence on French cinema critics who championed his directorial efforts proved that American comedy could be taken seriously as art. The performer's dedication to the Muscular Dystrophy Association and his innovative filmmaking techniques established him as both a humanitarian and creative pioneer.
