"Carol Burnett was particularly funny. She swore for the first time on television on Larry Sanders"
- Garry Shandling
About this Quote
This quote by Garry Shandling is describing the comedic genius of Carol Burnett. He is highlighting her capability to make individuals laugh, and her desire to press the borders of funny. He is particularly describing her appearance on the Larry Sanders program, where she swore for the first time on television. This was a strong relocation for a comic of her stature, and it showed her willingness to take threats and push the boundaries of comedy. Her look on the program was a substantial success, and it revealed that she was not afraid to take risks and press the borders of funny. Her determination to take risks and press the boundaries of funny is what made her so amusing and successful. She was a pioneer in the funny world, and her determination to take threats and push the limits of comedy is what made her so successful.
This quote is written / told by Garry Shandling somewhere between November 29, 1949 and today. He/she was a famous Comedian from USA.
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