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The schizophrenic has no sense of humor. His world is a constantly daunting, unfriendly place.

I wasn't the class clown. I wasn't that obvious. There would be a circle of guys, and they're watchi...

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People with a sense of humor tend to be less egocentric and more realistic in their view of the worl...

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Humor is so important to the American scene throughout history.

I don't know how many sacred cows there are today. I think there's a little confusion between humor ...

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I think one reason for a successful marriage is laughter. I think laughter gets you through the roug...

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Humor's a weapon if you want to make it one.

I didn't know I was cool, but I was very flattered that some of the younger comedy writers came up t...

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I remember seeing a movie with Jose Ferrer and Rosemary Clooney where they were husband and wife, an...

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This stammer got me a home in Beverly Hills, and I'm not about to screw with it now.

What you see on stage is pretty much the way I am... a dry sense of humor.

Sometimes you forget you're famous. You wonder, 'Why is that person staring at me?'

I think that what comes through in Chicago humor is the affection. Even though you're poking fun at ...

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I think there's a little confusion between humor and 'gross' passing for humor. That's kind of regre...

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Funny is funny is funny.

You shouldn't get too close to the truth, because then maybe you stop being funny.

If you look at Jack Benny, George Burns, or Don Rickles, they've all had long, successful marriages....

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There are a lot of questions I keep asking myself about why I do comedy. I guess I laugh to keep fro...

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I am one of the great wasters of time. I have made it an art form. I can get up at 8 o'clock in the ...

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I'm most proud of the longevity of my marriage, my kids, and my grandchildren. If you don't have tha...

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All I can say about life is Oh God enjoy it!

People have told me, 'My dad passed on, but I have great memories of watching your shows with him.' ...

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Bob Newhart

Stand-up comedian

Born: 1929-09-05

Died: N/A

Robert George Newhart (September 5, 1929 – July 18, 2024) was an American comedian and actor. He was known for his deadpan and stammering delivery style. Beginning as a stand-up comedian, he transitioned his career to acting in television. He received numerous accolades, including three Grammy Awards, an Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award.More