Garrison Keillor Quotes
A collection of quotes by Garrison Keillor.
Garrison Keillor is an American author, storyteller, humorist, and radio personality. He was born on August 7, 1942, in Anoka, Minnesota. Keillor is best known for creating and hosting the popular radio show "A Prairie Home Companion," which he hosted from 1974 until his retirement in 2016.
Keillor started his career in radio at the University of Minnesota, where he worked for the campus radio station. He later moved to New York City and began writing for The New Yorker magazine. In 1974, he created his radio show, "A Prairie Home Companion," which started as a live variety show that celebrated American folk music, humor, and storytelling. The show became a beloved institution and aired on public radio stations across the United States.
Apart from his radio career, Keillor has written numerous books, including novels, short stories, and collections of humorous essays. Some of his notable works include "Lake Wobegon Days," "Pontoon," and "WLT: A Radio Romance." Keillor's writing often reflects his nostalgic and witty storytelling style while exploring themes of small-town America and the human condition.
Throughout his career, Keillor received multiple awards and honors, including a Grammy Award for his recording of "Lake Wobegon Days" and a National Humanities Medal. He remains an iconic figure in American radio and is widely respected as a masterful storyteller and entertainer.
