A fellow who has a funny bone can learn to hone his skills, but I don’t think you can develop a funny bone – you either have it or you don’t. And by the way – when you get it, we don’t know it.
Meaning of the quote
Some people are naturally funny and can easily make others laugh, while others have to work harder to develop their comedic skills. However, no matter how much you practice, if you don't have a "funny bone" or natural ability to be humorous, it's very difficult to become a truly funny person. And sometimes, even if someone develops a good sense of humor, it may not be obvious to others right away.
About Carl Reiner
Carl Reiner was an acclaimed American entertainer who enjoyed a legendary 7-decade career. He was a master of comedy, excelling as an actor, director, writer, and producer. Reiner created the iconic TV series The Dick Van Dyke Show and collaborated extensively with comedy legends like Mel Brooks and Steve Martin.
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