Yes, his appearances have become corny, cheesy and painful to watch but Jerry Lewis is the face of MDA.

Let him say goodbye for cryin’ out loud!

The organization recently announced it was parting ways with Lewis after 45 years.

That’s fine and probably overdue, frankly.

But there’s a certain grace and class to show someone who is a very beloved television figure.

Not a “don’t let the door hit ya’ on the way out” treatment.

I never thought I’d say this, but how about just one more song … before Jerry hits the road?

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