Is Andy Kaufman Really Alive? Investigating the Rumors

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Andy Kaufman's alleged return after 20 years of faking his death has sparked significant discussion, particularly regarding the authenticity of the reports. Some participants express skepticism about the simplicity of a straightforward return, suggesting it lacks Kaufman's characteristic flair for the dramatic. There are references to personal anecdotes from individuals who claim Kaufman discussed the idea of faking his death with them, adding to the intrigue. However, several links to debunking sites, including Snopes and Defamer, indicate that many believe the story to be a hoax. The emotional impact of the possibility of Kaufman being alive is also debated, with some expressing disappointment if it turns out to be untrue, while others acknowledge the potential cruelty of such a stunt on his fans. Overall, the conversation highlights a mix of hope, skepticism, and nostalgia for Kaufman's unique comedic legacy.
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Yahoo News reports Andy Kaufman returns after 20 years of faking being dead.
http://news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&u=/040519/234/726q1.html

"Andy Kaufman's official site"
http://andykaufmanreturns.blogspot.com/

Get to debunking!
 
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Why won't people just stay dead?
 
A couple of days ago on the radio I heard a story from someone who knew Andy extremely well personally, that said that he and andi had talked about him faking his death. He was very convincing and if Andy really was back I wouldn't be suprised :wink:
 
I'd be surprised if this really was Andy. I wouldn't be surprised if he was alive, but just making a full on, honest to god return like this seems too simple, not showy enough for him.
 
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I'd be surprised if this really was Andy. I wouldn't be surprised if he was alive, but just making a full on, honest to god return like this seems too simple, not showy enough for him.

Good point. Still, if it were anyone but Kaufman...

I know that I for one have always wondered just a tiny bit.
 
hmmm... same pics on another site.

http://www.defamer.com/topic/andy-kaufman-doesnt-rise-but-his-fans-get-laid-004163.php
 
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Owell, it was fun believing it :(
 
Thanks Chief! :smile:

I don't know if I'm disappointed or not. It would be great to see him alive - he is one of my all time favorite wackos - but that would be an incredibly cruel stunt to pull on the people that love you. I don't think I would have liked him much for doing that.
 
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Kaufman Faked it

He told a lot more than one person he wanted to fake his death. He told at minimum eleven people. Find out much more at the Kaufman Fakedit Matrix: http://www.geocities.com/kaufmanfakedit
or at Andy Kaufman Lives at:
http://www.andykaufmanlives.com
Thank You
 
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