The pressure to being a comedian is being funny, but I’ve given that up, so there is no pressure whatsoever.
Meaning of the quote
Being a comedian is hard because you always have to be funny. But Gilbert Gottfried said he stopped trying to be funny all the time, so now he doesn't feel that pressure anymore. He can just be himself without worrying about making people laugh.
About Gilbert Gottfried
Gilbert Gottfried was a legendary American comedian and actor known for his exaggerated shrill voice, strong New York accent, and edgy sense of humor. He voiced iconic characters like Iago from Aladdin and the Aflac duck, and he hosted a popular podcast where he interviewed fellow comedy legends.
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