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with "Uncut", an honest and funny narrative exploring his 10 years as an addict, and following through to his recovery. It was highly acclaimed and received an Arts
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Gunn spent a few years on the comedy circuit performing as himself, but soon took on a different persona as a funeral director. This character act culminated in his first solo
Edinburgh show, which was entitled "Good Grief" (2002). Just a year later, Gunn made his second Edinburgh solo appearance
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