Mel Brooks Turns 100, Says Laughs Are the Secret to a Long Life

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Mel Brooks, the 100-year-old comedy icon behind Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein, credits laughter as the key to his longevity as he reflects on WWII service and seven decades of work, with ongoing projects including a Spaceballs reboot, an animated film, and an HBO documentary; he has also donated thousands of papers to the National Comedy Center.
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