"Several hard-core Star Wars fans who had tickets for the first showing actually said that when the movie finally began, they started crying. Mainly because they realized that it's 22 years later, and they still haven't lost their virginity"

This quote by Conan O'Brien is a humorous take on the intense devotion of Star Wars fans. He suggests that some fans were so purchased the franchise that they were relocated to tears when the long-awaited film lastly started. However, the reason for their tears was not due to the fact that of the emotional effect of the film, however rather the realization that they had been waiting on this minute for 22 years and still had actually not lost their virginity. This playful jab at the stereotyped image of Star Wars fans as socially awkward and inexperienced includes an easy going tone to the quote. Overall, O'Brien's quote highlights the enthusiasm and durability of the Star Wars fandom in a humorous method.