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During former HBO topper Chris Albrecht's time running the Improv in New York in the '70s and '80s, he forged lasting business relationships with many comics, including Larry David, who would go on to star in HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm." The network also became known for its stand-up comedy specials.
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HBO’s past and present

The White House Correspondents' Association Dinner

During former HBO topper Chris Albrecht’s time running the Improv in New York in the ‘70s and ‘80s, he forged lasting business relationships with many comics, including Larry David, who would go on to star in HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” The network also became known for its stand-up comedy specials.  (Joshua Roberts / Getty Images)

HBO Premiere Of "The Sopranos" - After Party

“The Sopranos,” created by David Chase, right, and starring James Gandolfini, center, (pictured with Chris Albrecht) earned HBO heaps of praise and cultural cachet.  (Evan Agostini / Getty Images)

John From Cincinnati

After the esoteric surf noir series “John From Cincinnati” failed to connect with viewers and critics, many of whom described it as incomprehensible, disappointed executives pulled the plug on a second season.  (John P. Johnson / AP)

Current history

Recent history: Paul Giamatti and Laura Linney starred in HBO’s Emmy-award winning “John Adams.”  (Kent Eanes / Associated Press)

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