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“I realized that I was a really, really terrible actor. I was like, "I'd better be myself."”

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Zach Anner is an American comedian known for his unique sense of humor and unwavering attitude towards life. Born on November 17, 1984, he has osteogenesis imperfecta, which has become the source of inspiration for many of his comedic works. Anner is renowned for his personal YouTube channel, where he shares stories about his life, social commentary, and comedy performances. more

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