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Behind the Scenes: David's Wig

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The setup

A costume-wig fitting becomes an elaborate exercise in protecting David's hairpiece secret.

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The premise

Here’s the bit.

In this staged backstage exchange, David struggles to explain why a costume wig must go over his everyday hairpiece. Rob teases him as the concealment demands more layers, then a prank sends David onto the studio floor with a hastily improvised excuse.

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