Quote by Wallace Shawn

I was making my living from a joke about my appearance that I didn't understand, and in a way still don't, because when I look in a mirror it doesn't seem funny to me.

I was making my living from a joke about my appearance that

Summary

In this quote, the person is reflecting on their experience of making a living from a joke about their appearance, which they don't fully comprehend or find amusing. Despite the joke being financially beneficial, the individual's perception when they look at themselves in a mirror is devoid of humor. The quote highlights the disconnection between public perception and personal understanding, raising questions about the complex relationship between one's outward image and inner self-perception.

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By Wallace Shawn

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