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“I feel like the world has just become a polyester suit that's smoldering, melting, and at some point we have to figure out how to extinguish it.”

Quote by Lizz Winstead

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Lizz Winstead
Lizz Winstead

Lizz Winstead is a renowned comedian, born on August 5, 1961. She is known for her unique sense of humor and satirical style, having served as a writer and performer in several comedy shows. Winstead's career began in the 1990s, and she co-founded The Daily Show with Mike Myers, which had a profound impact on the television industry from 1999 to 2015. more

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