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Demetri Martin BiographyUSA Flag

Born asDemetri Evan Martin
Occup.Comedian
FromUSA
SpouseRachael Beame (m. 2012–2015)
BornMay 25, 1973
New York City, New York, USA
Age49 years
Demetri Martin, a multitalented American comedian, actor, artist, and musician, was born on May 25, 1973, in New York City, USA. Raised in a Greek-American family in New Jersey, Martin grew up surrounded by a rich Mediterranean culture that heavily influenced his life and work. His parents, Lillian Mastromonaco and Dean C. Martin, supported his endeavors and provided him with a nurturing environment.

The young Martin excelled academically, attending Yale University, where he graduated with a degree in History in 1995. Aiming for a career in law, he subsequently enrolled at New York University School of Law but dropped out soon to pursue his passion for comedy in 1997.

Martin's unique comedic style combines deadpan one-liners, humorous drawings, and creative wordplay, which he initially showcased in comedy clubs across New York. His break came when he got a writing job for 'Late Night with Conan O'Brien.' He then transitioned to writing for and appearing on 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart' as a trendspotter and contributor. This exposure to a broader audience led to several successful gigs and his involvement in the music and literary scenes.

Martin’s comedy evolved, and he began incorporating music and visual art into his acts. He released his debut comedy album, 'These Are Jokes,' in 2006, and the following year, his 'Trendspotting with Demetri Martin' segment on 'The Daily Show' earned him an Emmy nomination. In 2009, he hosted and starred in 'Important Things with Demetri Martin,' a sketch comedy show that aired for two seasons on Comedy Central. He continued to thrive with multiple comedy specials, including Netflix's 'Demetri Martin: The Overthinker' in 2018.

Acting also piqued Martin's interest, and he made his debut in the 2009 film 'Taking Woodstock,' directed by Ang Lee. Since then, he has appeared in a variety of films and TV shows such as 'In a World…' (2013), 'Contagion' (2011), 'We Bare Bears' (2015-2019), and 'Moonbase 8' (2020). He also pursued a career behind the camera, writing and directing the 2016 indie film 'Dean,' wherein he played the titular role.

Martin is a published author as well. He released 'This Is a Book,' a collection of short stories, essays, and humor pieces, in 2011. His second book, 'Point Your Face at This,' published in 2013, showcases his unique drawings and illustrations.

Demetri Martin has maintained a low profile in his personal life. He married Rachael Beame in 2012 and is a father to two children. Martin’s career has been marked by his ability to bridge various art forms, gaining immense respect as a comedian, actor, author, and musician. His success can be attributed to his hard work, creativity, and his ability to find laughter in the mundane while challenging conventional norms.

Our collection contains 30 quotes who is written / told by Demetri.

Related authors: Conan O'Brien (Entertainer), Jon Stewart (Entertainer), Ang Lee (Director)

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30 Famous quotes by Demetri Martin

Small: Demetri Martin: I like fruit baskets because it gives you the ability to mail someone a piece of fruit without
"I like fruit baskets because it gives you the ability to mail someone a piece of fruit without appearing insane. Like, if someone just mailed you an apple you'd be like, 'huh? What the hell is this?' But if it's in a fruit basket you're like, 'this is nice!'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: A drunk driver is very dangerous. So is a drunk backseat driver if hes persuasive
"A drunk driver is very dangerous. So is a drunk backseat driver if he's persuasive"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I wrapped my Christmas presents early this year, but I used the wrong paper. See, the paper I
"I wrapped my Christmas presents early this year, but I used the wrong paper. See, the paper I used said 'Happy Birthday' on it. I didn't want to waste it so I just wrote 'Jesus' on it"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I think it would be cool if you were writing a ransom note on your computer, if the paper clip
"I think it would be cool if you were writing a ransom note on your computer, if the paper clip popped up and said, 'Looks like you're writing a ransom note. Need help? You should use more forceful language, you'll get more money.'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I like to use I Cant Believe its Not Butter on my toast in the morning, because sometimes when
"I like to use 'I Can't Believe it's Not Butter' on my toast in the morning, because sometimes when I eat breakfast, I like to be incredulous. How was breakfast? Unbelievable"
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Small: Demetri Martin: A lot of people dont like bumper stickers. I dont mind bumper stickers. To me a bumper sticker
"A lot of people don't like bumper stickers. I don't mind bumper stickers. To me a bumper sticker is a shortcut. It's like a little sign that says 'Hey, let's never hang out.'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I saw a transvestite wearing a T-shirt that said Guess
"I saw a transvestite wearing a T-shirt that said 'Guess'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: Another term for balloon is bad breath holder
"Another term for balloon is bad breath holder"
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Small: Demetri Martin: People and squirrels are very different. Most people will not argue that. But I find that ther
"People and squirrels are very different. Most people will not argue that. But I find that there is one situation in which they're very similar. And that is: when I am driving towards them in my car. Then they're kind of hard to tell apart - especially if the human is kind of hairy"
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Small: Demetri Martin: If you cant tell a spoon from a ladle, then youre fat!
"If you can't tell a spoon from a ladle, then you're fat!"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I was walking in the park and this guy waved at me. Then he said, Im sorry, I thought you were
"I was walking in the park and this guy waved at me. Then he said, 'I'm sorry, I thought you were someone else.' I said, 'I am.'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I like women, but you cant always trust them. Some of them are big liars, like this one woman
"I like women, but you can't always trust them. Some of them are big liars, like this one woman I met who had a dog. I asked her her dog's name and then I asked, 'Does he bite?' and she said, 'No.' And I said, 'So how does he eat?' Liar!"
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Small: Demetri Martin: Employee of the month is a good example of how somebody can be both a winner and a loser at th
"Employee of the month is a good example of how somebody can be both a winner and a loser at the same time"
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Small: Demetri Martin: My favorite fruit is grapes. Because with grapes, you always get another chance. Cause, you kn
"My favorite fruit is grapes. Because with grapes, you always get another chance. 'Cause, you know, if you have a crappy apple or a peach, you're stuck with that crappy piece of fruit. But if you have a crappy grape, no problem - just move on to the next. 'Grapes: The Fruit of Hope.'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I think that when you get dressed in the morning, sometimes youre really making a decision abo
"I think that when you get dressed in the morning, sometimes you're really making a decision about your behavior for the day. Like if you put on flipflops, you're saying: 'Hope I don't get chased today.' 'Be nice to people in sneakers.'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: A lot of people like lollipops. I dont like lollipops. To me, a lollipop is hard candy plus ga
"A lot of people like lollipops. I don't like lollipops. To me, a lollipop is hard candy plus garbage. I don't need a handle. Just give me the candy"
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Small: Demetri Martin: My plumbing is all screwed up. Because it turns out, I do not own a garbage disposal
"My plumbing is all screwed up. Because it turns out, I do not own a garbage disposal"
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Small: Demetri Martin: If I have to move up in a building, I choose the elevator over the escalator. Because one time
"If I have to move up in a building, I choose the elevator over the escalator. Because one time I was riding the escalator and I tripped. I fell down the stairs for an hour and a half"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I keep a lighter in my back pocket all the time. Im not a smoker, I just really like certain s
"I keep a lighter in my back pocket all the time. I'm not a smoker, I just really like certain songs"
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Small: Demetri Martin: Saying, Im sorry is the same as saying, I apologize. Except at a funeral
"Saying, 'I'm sorry' is the same as saying, ' I apologize.' Except at a funeral"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I am good at everything
"I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I am good at everything"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I noticed that there are no B batteries. I think thats to avoid confusion, cause if there were
"I noticed that there are no B batteries. I think that's to avoid confusion, cause if there were you wouldn't know if someone was stuttering. 'Yes, hello I'd like some b-batteries.' 'What kind?' 'B-batteries.' 'What kind?' 'B-batteries!' and D-batteries that's hard for foreigners. 'Yes, I would like de batteries.'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I love women, but I feel like you cant trust some of them. Some of them are liars, you know? L
"I love women, but I feel like you can't trust some of them. Some of them are liars, you know? Like I was in the park and I met this girl, she was cute and she had a dog. And I went up to her, we started talking. She told me her dog's name. Then I said, 'Does he bite?' She said, 'No.' And I said, 'Oh yeah? Then how does he eat?' Liar"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I like video games, but they are very violent. I want to create a video game in which you have
"I like video games, but they are very violent. I want to create a video game in which you have to help all the characters who have died in the other games. 'Hey, man, what are you playing?' 'Super Busy Hospital. Could you leave me alone? I'm performing surgery! This guy got shot in the head, like, 27 times!'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: Swimming is a confusing sport, because sometimes you do it for fun, and other times you do it
"Swimming is a confusing sport, because sometimes you do it for fun, and other times you do it to not die. And when I'm swimming, sometimes I'm not sure which one it is"
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Small: Demetri Martin: If I ever saw an amputee getting hanged, Id probably just start calling out letters
"If I ever saw an amputee getting hanged, I'd probably just start calling out letters"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I wonder what the most intelligent thing ever said was that started with the word dude. Dude,
"I wonder what the most intelligent thing ever said was that started with the word 'dude.' 'Dude, these are isotopes.' 'Dude, we removed your kidney. You're gonna be fine.' 'Dude, I am so stoked to win this Nobel Prize. I just wanna thank Kevin, and Turtle, and all my homies.'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I went into a clothing store, and the lady asked me what size I was. I said, Actual. Im not to
"I went into a clothing store, and the lady asked me what size I was. I said, 'Actual'. I'm not to scale"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I wanna make a jigsaw puzzle thats 40,000 pieces. And when you finish it, it says go outside.
"I wanna make a jigsaw puzzle that's 40,000 pieces. And when you finish it, it says 'go outside.'"
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Small: Demetri Martin: I think its interesting that cologne rhymes with alone.
"I think it's interesting that 'cologne' rhymes with 'alone.'"
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