Quote by George Burns

Someone who makes you laugh is a comedian. Someone who makes you think and then laugh is a humorist.

Someone who makes you laugh is a comedian. Someone who makes

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This quote emphasizes the difference between a comedian and a humorist. While a comedian's role is to simply make people laugh, a humorist goes a step further by engaging their audience intellectually and prompting them to think. A humorist combines clever and witty humor with insightful commentary or observations, creating a deeper level of connection and enjoyment for the audience. This quote highlights the unique ability of a humorist to entertain and stimulate thought simultaneously.

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