Steven Wright is an American comedian born on December 6, 1955. Known for his unique style of deadpan humor, he delivers clever one-liners and surreal jokes. Wright gained fame in the 1980s with his stand-up performances and has appeared in various films and television shows. His distinctive voice and comedic timing have made him a beloved figure in the comedy world, influencing many comedians who followed him. He continues to perform and share his unique perspective on life.
"When I was a kid, I never did funny things to get attention. I was never a funny person. I was never, like, 'Oh, wow. I could say this some day on stage.'"
"Officer, I know I was going faster than 55MPH, but I wasn't going to be on theroad an hour."
"I put tape on the mirrors in my house so I don't accidentally walk through into another dimension."
"Be nice to your children. After all, they are going to choose your nursing home."
"I have a hobby. I have the world's largest collection of sea shells. I keep it scattered on beaches all over the world. Maybe you've seen some of it."
"I was in the supermarket the other day, and I met a lady in the aisle where they keep the generic brands. Her name was 'woman."
"I've always had to conquer fear when I'm on stage. Basically, I was and still am a very shy person. It's absolutely in conflict with what I do. But once I deliver the first joke I'm okay. It's like I'm out there all by myself just delivering my lines to nobody in particular without ever trying to notice the audience in front of me."
"When I'm on stage, it's really intense. My mind is going a million miles an hour, trying to remember my act, trying to say it all the right way. It's funny how different it looks and how it's happening. There are three Fellini circuses in my head, and outwardly it looks like I'm going to get a bagel."
"To steal ideas from one person is plagiarism, to steal from many is research."
"I just have a relationship with my imagination. It's like my friend, almost."
"I watched the Indy 500, and I was thinking that if they left earlier they wouldn't have to go so fast."
"If at first you don't succeed, destroy all evidence that you tried."
"I kept a diary right after I was born. Day 1: Tired from the move. Day 2: Everyone thinks I'm an idiot."
"I have the world's largest collection of seashells. I keep it on all the beaches of the world... perhaps you've seen it."
"I had some eyeglasses. I was walking down the street when suddenly the prescription ran out."
"Everyone has a photographic Memory, some just don't have film."
"Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines."