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Quote by George Burns

“Being an actor is easy, just picture someone in a room and you outside waiting for your cue to go in. Elliot Gould's been trying that for forty years.”

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George Burns was an American comedian, writer, and singer, born on January 20, 1896, and died on March 9, 1996. Known for his unique humor and longevity, he is one of the most famous comedians of the 20th century. more

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