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Atsuko Performs During 7.1 Quake in Pasadena

8/16/2026

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Story summary

Comedian Atsuko experienced a 7.1 magnitude earthquake while performing a stand-up set in Pasadena.
She said she moved often and lived in a garage.
She spent seven years in the United States undocumented.
She noted her mother’s schizophrenia and learned senior physical-therapy exercises from dance fitness.
She wants to appear on Love Island with her husband and listed Lucille Ball, Stitch, Charlie Chaplin, Hachiko, Paddington Bear and Mary as dinner guests.

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Story summary

Comedian Atsuko experienced a 7.1 magnitude earthquake while performing a stand-up set in Pasadena.
She said she moved often and lived in a garage.
She spent seven years in the United States undocumented.
She noted her mother’s schizophrenia and learned senior physical-therapy exercises from dance fitness.
She wants to appear on Love Island with her husband and listed Lucille Ball, Stitch, Charlie Chaplin, Hachiko, Paddington Bear and Mary as dinner guests.