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Story summary
- Marc Shaiman, a figure in show business, reflects on his Jewish identity in his memoir, Never Mind the Happy.
- He describes a journey from a Jersey bar mitzvah to collaborations with Bette Midler and Rob Reiner.
- Shaiman notes the influence of his Jewish heritage on his work, blending humor with resilience.
- The memoir recounts Tony Awards alongside AIDS losses and the recent murder of Reiner, and he cherishes his experiences.
