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My Favorite Husband : 'The Wills'
My Favorite Husband is the name of an American radio program. The original radio show, co-starring Lucille Ball, was the initial basis for what evolved into the groundbreaking TV sitcom I Love Lucy
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In this episode, after Liz and George Cooper make out their wills, Liz is convinced that George intends to do away with her.

 
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