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“You try to make characters you care about, and I think realism helps. Even though this is a high concept, the characters have got to be real.”

Quote by Ricky Gervais

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Ricky Gervais is a British comedian, screenwriter, and director known for his distinctive humor style and satirical wit. He is best known for his work on 'The Office' and 'The Big Bang Theory'. Born on June 25, 1961, Gervais began his career in the 1980s and gained widespread recognition in the 1990s with the success of 'The Office'. more

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