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“Meryl Streep is so brilliant is because she is so human, and aware as a performer.”

Quote by Simon Helberg

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Simon Helberg (born December 9, 1980) is an American actor, comedian, and musician. He is best known for his role as Howard Wolowitz on the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory, for which he received multiple award nominations. Born in Los Angeles, Helberg has performed in theater and film, including roles in Friends, Knocked Up, and Florence. He is recognized for his comedic timing and musical talent, particularly his piano skills. more

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“That is what's disconcerting about working on the show, you can't seem to get an instinct about what works and what doesn't. It happens a lot, and in different ways.”

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“There are bits at the table read that destroy, so much so that we can't wait to do it in taping. And then, no reaction. And then there are times when I can't get the right read on a line in rehearsal, and then the audience howls at it. The strange thing is I still don't know why it happens like that. It's not like afterwards I think, 'Now I know why that worked!'”

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