“[On turning down an invitation to appear for four minutes on the Ed Sullivan Show:] Honey, it takes Moms four minutes just to get on the stage.”
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Moms Mabley
Moms Mabley, born Loretta Mary Aiken, was an American comedian renowned as one of the greatest comedians of the 20th century. Known for her unique humor style and profound racial satire, she had a career spanning half a century and influenced countless comedians that followed. more
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