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“Pity? You don't want to be pitied because you're a cripple in a wheelchair? Stay in your house!”

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Jerry Lewis, born on March 16, 1926, is an American comedian, director, and producer. Known for his unique comedic style and charitable endeavors, Lewis rose to fame in the mid-20th century with his partnership with Dean Martin. Their films and television shows were highly popular, becoming a part of American culture. Beyond his comedic career, he is also renowned for his active participation in charity, particularly for children's charities, including the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon, which has raised substantial funds for muscular dystrophy research. more

“I really am opinionated, but not for long. I have found myself coming off of what I think of something because the guy I'm talking to makes better sense than I am. I have so many points of view, I can't keep track of 'em, because I talk to too many people... I'm not so opinionated that I won't budge.”

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Author:Jerry Lewis

“All of my work is based on nature. I grew up in a rural environment and living in the Bay Area allows for immediate access to wonderful natural environs. Basically nature is my Genus Loci, or the place where my spirit resides.”

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“Oh, how powerfully the magnet of illusion attracts.”

Illusion Magnet

Author:Karl Gutzkow

“That's the biggest problem with boxing in the United States. They do not promote it like they used to, when it used to be Howard Cosell and they showed it on 'Wide World of Sports.' Everybody knew all the fighters. Everybody was looking forward to the year when the Olympics came on.”

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Author:Evander Holyfield