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Did James Lipton used to be a pimp?

ByJohn

  Did James Lipton used to be a pimp? Lipton is a kindly 88-year-old man best-known to the world at large for his long-standing role as host of Inside the Actor’s Studio. He is probably second-best-known for his small, but meaty role as Warden Gentles on Arrested Development. And he is probably third-best-known for being…

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James Lipton was a Parisian pimp in the 1950s

ByDarren O

It’s hard to believe that Bravo’s Inside the Actors Studio is set to celebrate its 250th episode tonight as it soldiers on during its incredible 19th year on TV. ITAS has made a legend out of its card-flipping, intrepid host James Lipton. I’ve always been a fan of Lipton’s as he approaches his craft with a wonderful combination of joy and austerity. Find out about Lipton’s genuine pimp past, his favorite interview from the show (including a seriously vintage clip of this person), and a great photo of the man with his wife of over 40 years as he states that marrying her was his greatest accomplishment.