I don’t want to tell you how much insurance I carry with the Prudential, but all I can say is: when I go, they go too.
Meaning of the quote
This quote is about how the comedian Jack Benny has a lot of insurance with the Prudential company. He doesn't want to share the exact amount, but he's basically saying that when he dies, the Prudential company will also lose a lot of money. It's his way of saying he has a lot of insurance with them, and they will be affected when he passes away.
About Jack Benny
Jack Benny was a renowned American entertainer who rose from humble beginnings as a violin player on the vaudeville circuit to become a leading figure in the entertainment industry. Known for his impeccable comic timing and ability to elicit laughter through pauses and expressions, Benny’s long-running radio and television programs were a major influence on the sitcom genre.
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