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“In comedy, you have to do all of the same stuff you do in drama and then put the comedy on top of it. You, the actor, are aware of the comedy but the character is oblivious. And you have to have a sense of humor.”

Quote by Jon Lovitz

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Jon Lovitz
Jon Lovitz

Jon Lovitz is an American comedian known for his roles in television and film. Born on July 21, 1957, he rose to prominence in the 1980s, making a name for himself in the comedy world. Lovitz is beloved for his unique sense of humor and performance style, starring or appearing regularly in several comedy series, including 'The Larry Sanders Show' and 'The Ben Stiller Show'. He has also appeared in several films, such as 'Airheads' and 'The Blues Brothers 2000'. more

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