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“I just had a throwaway part, really, if you think about it. I'm not a natural actor, you know? I'm a comedian, through and through. And I really love my lines. Those are the lines I want to do.”

Quote by Louie Anderson

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Louie Anderson
Louie Anderson

Louie Anderson is an American comedian, writer, and television personality known for his autobiographical comedy and unique sense of humor. He gained fame with his television series 'The Louie Anderson Show', which was based on his childhood experiences. Anderson achieved significant success in the 1980s and 1990s in the television and comedy industry, and has been recognized with multiple awards for his exceptional comedic talent. more

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