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Famous comedian Zhao Benshan quits Spring Festival Gala once again (3)

By Zhang Rui (China.org.cn)

08:44, January 21, 2013

Comedian Zhao Benshan performs "Won a Lottery!" skit during the recording of Liaoning TV's Spring Festival Gala, Jan. 17, 2012. (youth.cn)

"During the development of the show, Zhao Benshan felt the comedy sketch had never quite lived up to his expectations. Therefore, after careful consideration, Zhao decided to quit this year's gala," the statement said, "We fully understand and respect Zhao Benshan's decision, sincerely thank him for all the effort he made for the Spring Gala, and deeply regret the course of events."

Zhao Benshan first appeared on the CCTV New Year's Gala in 1990 and became a regular performer at the annual event, with the exception of 1994. He has become a household name with Chinese people, and especially so on China's New Year's Eve.

He also has created dozens of sketches, and has directed and starred in several TV series and films, which have all proved to be hugely popular with Chinese audiences.

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