Quote by George Burns

I can't afford to die I'd lose too much money.

I can't afford to die I'd lose too much money.

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the importance of money in one's life. It implies that the person is so financially invested in their endeavors that death would be a significant financial loss for them. It underscores the notion that the pursuit and preservation of wealth can become all-encompassing, to the point where even mortality is measured in monetary terms.

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By George Burns

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