Patti Smith met Allen Ginsberg when she didn't have enough money for a sandwich at the automat and he came to her rescue, buying her the sandwich and coffee. Despite the initial misunderstanding about her gender, they connected over a conversation about Walt Whitman and became lifelong friends. Allen later supported Patti during a difficult time in her life by helping her get back into work and providing guidance.

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