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Leonard Bernstein waves to well-wishers during a 70th birthday gala thrown for him



Leonard Bernstein waves to well-wishers during a 70th birthday gala thrown for him

Conductor-composer Leonard Bernstein waves to well-wishers during a Gala Birthday Performance celebrating his 70th birthday at Tanglewood Music Center on late August 25, 1988. Bernstein was joined by many celebrities and family members for the celebration. (UPI Photo/Dorothy Littell/Files)

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