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“I think comedy is a bit more international than people credit. I happily watch lots of American shows and American comedy films. If I did a list of the top 10 comedy films in Britain, there's no sense that it would probably be different than yours.”

Quote by David Walliams

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David Walliams is a British comedian and author, born on August 20, 1971. Known for his unique sense of humor and imaginative storytelling, he has written several popular children's books. more

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