Episode Highlights:
- Opening for Legends – Rodney Dangerfield discovered Blair early on, leading to years of touring with him, Joan Rivers, and George Carlin.
- Behind the Scenes of Easy Money – Writing for Dangerfield meant constant joke revisions and hilarious Hollywood chaos.
- Rodney’s Wildest Moments – From limo rides gone wrong to infamous wardrobe malfunctions, Blair saw it all.
- From Comedy Clubs to Concert Arenas – Blair’s musical comedy act made him the perfect opener for The Beach Boys, Barry Manilow, Gloria Estefan, and more.
- Writing for the Greats – A tag here, a punchline there—Blair even contributed jokes to Carlin’s act, an honor for any comedian.
- Touring with Legends – His book shares untold stories of life on the road with entertainment’s biggest names.
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