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“A lot of the actresses who were around when I started, I don't know where they are. Comics stick around.”

Quote by Margaret Cho

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Margaret Cho is an American comedian, singer, writer, and television producer. Known for her unique sense of humor and insightful commentary on social issues, she was born on December 5, 1968. Cho, of Korean-American descent, often addresses topics such as race, gender, and sexual orientation in her work. more

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