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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Inga Parkel

Hasan Minhaj admits to lying about his daughter being exposed to anthrax for stand-up routine

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Comedian Hasan Minhaj has admitted to fabricating and exaggerating certain details in his stand-up routines, including one major story in his 2022 Netflix special The King’s Jester.

At one point during the comedy special, Minhaj, 37, tells the audience about the time he and his wife were supposedly sent a letter filled with white powder that he assumed was anthrax.

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