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TIL despite his success as a musician, Harry Chapin left little money when he died. His widow was reportedly quoted saying with only with slight exaggeration that "Harry was supporting 17 relatives, 14 associations, 7 foundations & 82 charities. He always said, 'Money is for people.'


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