Quote by Wallace Shawn

For some reason, people find me funny. It's quite hard to define why a thought is funny. It's even harder to define why a person would be funny. It's a word that I can't define at all. But whether I know quite what it is or not, I seem to be it.

For some reason, people find me funny. It's quite hard to de

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their innate ability to make people laugh without fully understanding why or how they are funny. They acknowledge that humor is intangible and subjective, making it difficult to define. Despite their lack of comprehension, they accept that people find them funny, emphasizing their natural comedic talent that seems to come effortlessly. This quote highlights the mystery and complexity of humor, as well as the speaker's acceptance and embrace of their own funny persona.

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By Wallace Shawn

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