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Quote by David Zucker

“I don't really know a lot of famous people. I've met a lot of famous people. If I ran into Tom Hanks today, I would have to remind him who I was and he would then remember me. But he wouldn't come up to me and say, 'Hi Dave!'”

Quote by David Zucker

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David Zucker is an American film director known for his contributions to the comedy genre. Born on October 16, 1947, he is a member of the Zucker-Abrahams-Zucker (ZAZ) comedy writing team, which is renowned for its reinterpretations of classic comedies, such as 'Airplane!' and the 'Spy' series. more

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