Some would say certain of these refer to the stereotypical, or ‘stage’ Jew. But objectively speaking, the only crime in humor is an unfunny joke.
ALAN KINGAs a parent, I’d – I’d be a better father.
More Alan King Quotes
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I’m only… I’m only unhappy when the reviews are bad, but give me a good review and I’m a… I’m just screaming all over the place with joy.
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When I first saw Richard Pryor perform, I told him, ‘You’re doing a Jewish act.’
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You know you are getting old when people tell you how good you look.
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Everything my mother made had to cook for 80 hours, and when she made matzoh balls she didn’t know fluffy. Everything sank.
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I didn’t know we were poor until I started giving interviews.
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I always plan dinner first thing in the morning.
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As a parent, I’d – I’d be a better father.
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I just never saw my mother in any other room but the kitchen. There were always pots going.
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There’s a charm, there’s a rhythm, there’s a soul to Jewish humor.
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It’s not easy being a father, but I’ve been allowed a comeback.
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But in the movies, I just love the heavies. It’s much more fun.
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Eating takes a special talent. Some people are much better at it than others. In that way, it is like sex, and as with sex.
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My son says I never tell stories about anyone who’s living.
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We set no styles, no standards. We’re reflections. It’s a distorted mirror in the fun house.
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If you stop and think about it, nearly all great humor is at the expense of someone or something.
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