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Pat Cooper, a legendary stand-up comedian known for his brazen take on his Italian-American background, has died at the age of 93. Cooper found success opening for Frank Sinatra at the Sands in Las Vegas and was a roast-master at the Friars Club. He also appeared on the popular sitcom "Seinfeld" and in the movies "Analyze This" and "Analyze That." Cooper is survived by his wife, two daughters, and one son.
The Friars Club, a legendary entertainment fraternity in New York City, is facing foreclosure after missing payments on a $13 million mortgage. The club, known for its celebrity roasts and membership of showbiz elite, has seen its membership dwindle and its revenue diminish as it faced a series of crises. The club's leaders are searching for a buyer to cover its debt and keep the club alive, but some former members are skeptical that it will be able to lure back enough of the old guard to keep the place operating.