Quote by Steve Martin

Comedy may be big business but it isn't pretty.

Comedy may be big business but it isn't pretty.

Summary

This quote is suggesting that despite comedy being a lucrative industry, it often involves unsightly or unattractive elements. It implies that behind the scenes, the process of creating and delivering comedy may display unappealing aspects or involve circumstances that are not glamorous. It reminds us that the pursuit of humor can be challenging and may require uncomfortable or unseemly situations. Despite comedy's popularity and commercial success, this quote highlights the less glamorous side of the industry.

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