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“When I was young I thought, 'Yeah, people don't see, they're not recognizing how funny I am, and how talented I am'. And the guys that mentored me were like, 'You just have to keep getting up'. And I look back and they were right. They were all right.”

Quote by Aisha Tyler

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Aisha Tyler, born on September 18, 1970, is a versatile American actress. She is well-known in the entertainment industry for her talents, which span across film, television, and comedy. Tyler gained widespread recognition for her role as Laurie Dwyer in 'The Office' and for her recurring role in 'Criminal Minds'. Additionally, she has hosted several television shows, including 'American Idol' and 'Last Call with Carson Daly'. more

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