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I dont want to see people decorating a house or digging a garden. As for guys like Jonathan Ross, he got an award there
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"I don't want to see people decorating a house or digging a garden. As for guys like Jonathan Ross, he got an award there last Christmas. What for? He doesn't sing, dance or tell jokes, does he?"

- Ian St. John

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This quote by Ian St. John is a commentary on the entertainment industry and the awards that are given out. He is questioning why someone like Jonathan Ross, who does not sing, dance, or tell jokes, would be offered an award. He is indicating that the entertainment industry is not always rewarding talent, however rather fulfilling people who are popular or well-known. He is likewise expressing his distaste for the show business, as he does not wish to see individuals embellishing a house or digging a garden, which are activities that are not associated with the show business. This quote is a criticism of the show business and its tendency to reward individuals who are popular instead of those who are talented.

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Ian St. John This quote is written / told by Ian St. John somewhere between June 7, 1938 and today. He was a famous Athlete from Scotland. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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