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Mike Birbiglia, born on June 20, 1978, is an American comedian known for his self-deprecating and humorous style. He often finds humor in personal stories and everyday occurrences. Birbiglia gained prominence in the comedy world through his personal narratives and monologue comedy, winning the hearts of audiences with his unique approach.

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“I feel like everyone wants to make a movie that they feel passionate about watching.”

Want Feels Passionate

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“I feel like people have more in common than the news reports.”

People Feels Common News Reports

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“I think the reason why I'm so alluring to networks is because on the surface I'm like a quintessential relatable, boring white guy. A great many sitcoms have been anchored by a boring white guy, so I feel like what they want to mine from me are my more generic qualities.”

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“I feel like we can prove in real time the old trope that comedy is tragedy plus time.”

Feels Real Comedy Prove Tragedy Plus Tropes

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“What I write is emotionally honest and truthful as the human experience can be, to make people feel less alone, or at least that's the hope.”

People Feels Writing Humans Honest Truthful Human Experience

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“When you're in a relationship with someone who's selfish, what keeps you in it is the fact that when they shine on you, it's this souped-up shine. And you feel like you're in the club. And you don't even know what club it is. You just know you want to stay in it.”

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Book:Sleepwalk with Me: and Other Painfully True Stories

Source: Sleepwalk with Me: and Other Painfully True Stories

“Sometimes when I do a joke and it doesn't get a lot of laughs, it kind of feels like I'm doing jazz. That's kinda cool because jazz is cool, but sometimes jazz sucks ... Maybe I'm the Kenny G of comedy.”

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“I feel that marriage can lead to the ultimate rejection and failure and divorce and things we all fear.”

Feels Ultimate Divorce Rejection

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About the Author

Born: June 20, 1978
Known for: Comedian
Quotes: 124

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Sleepwalk with Me: and Other Painfully True StoriesRelated source material

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