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Patti Smith's 1970s Outburst Leaves Waitress in Tears

4/17/2025

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In a striking revelation from his memoir "I Regret Almost Everything," New York restaurateur Keith McNally recalls a tense encounter with musician Patti Smith at his former eatery, One Fifth, during the 1970s. He claims Smith's harsh words over a bread dispute left a waitress in tears, painting a vivid picture of the past. The memoir hits shelves on May 6.

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In a striking revelation from his memoir "I Regret Almost Everything," New York restaurateur Keith McNally recalls a tense encounter with musician Patti Smith at his former eatery, One Fifth, during the 1970s. He claims Smith's harsh words over a bread dispute left a waitress in tears, painting a vivid picture of the past. The memoir hits shelves on May 6.