Quote by Steve Martin

Hosting the Oscars is much like making love to a woman. It's something I only get to do when Billy Crystal is out of town.

Hosting the Oscars is much like making love to a woman. It's

Summary

This quote, with its light-hearted and humorous tone, suggests that the speaker sees hosting the Oscars as a rare and coveted opportunity, comparable to the experience of being intimate with a woman. By mentioning that they can only host the Oscars when Billy Crystal, a well-known comedian and frequent Oscars host, is absent, the speaker implies both the exclusivity of the gig and their own perceived inferiority in comparison to Crystal's ability to entertain the audience. Ultimately, the quote uses humor to depict the individual's perspective on hosting the prestigious event.

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