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TelevisionMay 11, 2018

Funny Girls Friday: The Virgin Mary gets an unwelcome gift

Staff writers

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With the return of Three’s women-led sketch show Funny Girls tonight at 9.45pm, we bless ye with an exclusive clip from tonight’s episode.

Funny Girls returns to Three tonight at 9.45pm

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