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    15 Of Joan Rivers's Jokes That Will Keep Us Laughing

    The comedy legend always knew how to make fun of everyone—celebrities, men, women, even herself.

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    After a sudden episode of cardiac and respiratory arrest last week followed by a weekend spent on life support, legendary comedienne and current Fashion Police host Joan Rivers passed away today, surrounded by friends and family. As devastating as the loss of Rivers is, her daughter Melissa reminded the public of her mother's deepest love: laughter. "My mother's greatest joy in life was to make people laugh," she said in a statement. "I know her final wish would be that we return to laughing soon." We've rounded up a few of the many funny-bone-tickling jokes from Rivers over her long career to keep us laughing, even in her absence.

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