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The Thin White Duke
The Thin White Duke was a mysterious and enigmatic persona adopted by David Bowie in the mid-1970s. He was a pale, gaunt figure with a shock of white hair and a black suit, and he was often seen surrounded by occult imagery. The Duke's music was dark and experimental, and his lyrics were full of cryptic references. He was a controversial figure, and his pro-fascist statements in interviews caused a great deal of outrage. However, Bowie later claimed that these statements were merely part of his character and did not reflect his true beliefs. In later years, Bowie blamed his erratic behavior during his Thin White Duke period on his heavy use of drugs. He eventually left the United States and moved to Berlin, where he quietly retired the Duke persona.