Reader Blind: This recently deceased comic was a true trailblazer who in the early stages of his career was everywhere, friends with world leaders, and in movies and TV, and was deeply influential on modern stand-up comedy. The eulogies praising him are leaving out the real reason his career took a sudden nose dive. Released files show this three letter agency had a file on him and were monitoring his movements, tapping his phone etc.. In addition, they spread phony stories about his s.e.x. life and used their criminal contacts to pressure clubs and venues not to let him perform there.