There’s many times this year I’ve sat back and thought, I’m making a living from making things up. It’s the only skill I have so I’ve been really lucky.
Meaning of the quote
Colin Mochrie, a Scottish actor, is saying that he gets paid for using his imagination and creativity to create characters and stories. This is the only thing he's really good at, so he feels very fortunate to be able to make a living from it. He's able to come up with new ideas and bring them to life, which is his special talent.
About Colin Mochrie
Colin Mochrie is a Scottish-born Canadian actor, writer, producer, and improvisational comedian best known for his appearances on the British and American versions of the TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway?. He has also co-written, co-produced, and co-starred in several Canadian sitcoms and has been recognized with numerous awards for his comedic talents and contributions.
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