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“No one wants to hear about how awesome you were; people want to hear about the time you blew it. So I think the longer you do stand-up, the more comfortable you are. You stop wanting to hide your foibles and instead want to show who you are.”

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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