Quote by Johnny Knoxville

A lot of stand-up comedy guys, when they get a little famous, just give up their stand-up career, and it cancels out the thing that set them apart.

A lot of stand-up comedy guys, when they get a little famous

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This quote suggests that many stand-up comedians, upon achieving fame, choose to abandon their stand-up careers. By doing so, they neutralize the very quality that made them unique and distinguished in the first place. The explanation implies that these comedians lose touch with their raw and genuine comedic talent, opting for alternative paths that may compromise their authenticity and individuality as performers.

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