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8. Keeshan Worked for a Pittance

Although there is no excuse for whipping out one’s private parts, especially in the proximity of children, Keeshan didn’t make much. At first, he did it for free. Smith gave him five bucks out of his own pocket every week to keep him engaged. In time, the studio upped Keeshan’s pay to accommodate his contribution. They paid him $35 a week, which was double his receptionist pay.



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