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    During his respected career, Machida has had key wins over other big MMA names, including Gegard Mousasi, Dan Henderson, Ryan Bader, Rashad Evans, Randy Couture, Tito Ortiz, BJ Penn and Mauricio “Shogun” Rua. Co-main event Saturday night’s co-main event is a welterweight bout between a highly-ranked veteran and a rising star looking to make a statement. No. 3 ranked welterweight Demian

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    Known for his acting, comedy, and a friendly loveable personality, Bill Cosby has become one of the most well-known celebrities. Cosby was recently accused of drugging and sexually assaulting over fifty women. When he was finally put on trial the judge declared a mistrial. The man famous for his good father character was revealed to be a serial rapist. Many readers argue that Bill Cosby’s fatherlessness caused him to drug and rape woman; however, Cosby was aware and personally responsible of his

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    The Cosby Show Essay

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    Critics’ reaction to the “The Cosby Show” The Cosby Show created a controversial impression. The auditory liked this show; its positive attitude was supported by TV ratings. The series had a successful premier and kept high ratings during next seasons. “The Cosby Show achieved a 33.7 rating for 1985-86 and then 34.9 for 1986-87” (Staiger 144). Experts also gave mostly positive comments; they liked the humor, character’s acting, mise en scenes and the overall impression of episodes. “Its overall style

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    In 1984, on any given Thursday night, you would find my family gathered together in front of the TV watching the “Cosby Show.” The perfect family show about the perfect family. A far cry from my own reality, it created a bond for my family. For that short span of time, we laughed together, daily dysfunction forgotten -- if only for that half hour. Recently, this fond memory has been tarnished by the corrosive sexual assault allegations. When I first heard about the scandal, I felt shame in wanting

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    Cosby Show Analysis

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    The Cosby Show, which consists of eight seasons and numerous episode was aired in between 1984 and 1992on NBC. The show is about an upper middle class African American family living in a New York that consists of 7 members in a family with four daughters and a son. The main character was played by Bill Cosby who has done numerous standup comedy and earn lots of recognition during his career. The show was based on comedy acts perform by Bill Cosby on his standup comedy, which was based on his family

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    Bill Cosby is an retired American actor known for his famous role as the “American dad” in the Cosby show. He has created,produced, and hosted the animated television series Fat Albert and the cosby kids. Cosby has moved people across the nations with his ability to make families and people laugh through his acting role. At one point he was a well known, lovable man, that everyone in America and other countries adore. A deep secret of sexual abuse and drugging from 1960 until now has been in hiding

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    Haroun and the Sea of Stories Essay Storytelling plays an important role in people’s lives. In Haroun and the Sea of Stories, Salman Rushdie explores the vital role stories have in the lives of multiple characters. Politicos need stories in their lives in order to succeed. Without stories, the politicos would never be able to persuade or convince voters in an interesting way. The stories Rashid Khalifa tell are a vital part of his everyday life. Without the tales he spins, Rashid wouldn’t have a

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    Through the positive portrayal of the Huxtable family, depicted as respected and wealthy middle class folk, “The Cosby Show” challenged dominant cultures understanding of blackness. The family sitcom managed to dispel old stereotypes of blacks, while providing a more respected and realistic portrayal of typical black families. Bill Cosby’s attempts to be educational while subtly addressing issues such as black male stereotypes, discrimination, and other socially relevant topics. The show was perceived

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    Bill Cosby is an American comedian, actor and producer who is associated with a number of popular screen projects . Bill Cosby was born in Germantown, Pennsylvania, on July 12 1937, to Anna and William Cosby. Bill Cosby full name is William Henry Cosby Jr. Bill is the oldest out of his four brothers. James the second oldest of his brother died at the age of six. Bill father joined the navy and was away from home for months at a time. Bill as the oldest brother becoming a parent of his four brothers

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    Compating the Huxtables with My Family   Watching a comedy sitcom like The Cosby Show is a great way to unwind from a stressful day at school. The show's characters are likeable and the storyline is humorous, but halfway through the program I usually turn the television off and return to the kitchen to wash the dinner dishes. Watching The Cosby Show makes me feel guilty. The Huxtables are too perfect. Their house is too perfect. In comparison to the Huxtables I feel like an unfit mother

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