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I remember watching Gilda Radner when I was a kid and everyone thought she was so funny and no one ever said that she wa
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"I remember watching Gilda Radner when I was a kid and everyone thought she was so funny and no one ever said that she was a funny woman, she was just funny"

- Rachel Dratch

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This quote by Rachel Dratch speaks with the idea of gender equality in comedy. Gilda Radner was a female comic who was extensively accepted and valued for her comedic talent. She was not judged or identified as a "amusing woman," however just as "funny." This quote speaks to the idea that gender should not be a consider determining someone's comical talent. It is a tip that ladies can be simply as amusing as guys, which they ought to be provided the very same chances and recognition. This quote is a reminder that gender should not be a barrier to success in funny, which everyone ought to be judged on their talent and not their gender. It is a reminder that everyone must be provided the very same chances and acknowledgment, regardless of gender.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Rachel Dratch somewhere between February 22, 1966 and today. He/she was a famous Comedian from USA. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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