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2012 Classic: Sacha Baron Cohen’s Ashes

Why was Ryan Seacrest covered in white powder? Because Sacha Baron Cohen decided that the best way to promote The Dictator was to spill the “ashes of Kim Jong-il” all over the E! News host’s Burberry tuxedo.

Part of the 38 Oscars Jokes: The 2012 “The Artist, Meryl’s Gold & Angelina’s Leg” Edition archive. Historically Verified

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