The regular guy still relates to him and Howard is a $500 million guy now who dates a model and drives about in a limo all day. But Howard still knows how to make a plumber laugh and those guys still have him on in the morning, because he is a real talent.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that even though Howard, a very successful and wealthy celebrity, has changed a lot over the years, he still connects with regular people. He understands how to make regular workers, like plumbers, laugh and enjoy his show in the morning. This is because Howard has a real talent that allows him to relate to everyone, even as his fame and fortune have grown.
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