Somebody once said I had a face for radio and a voice for newspapers.
Meaning of the quote
This quote means that someone told Jerry Springer that he does not look good enough to be on TV, but he has the kind of voice that would be better for a newspaper. It's a joking way of saying that Jerry Springer's appearance and voice are not ideal for being a TV celebrity, even though he became one anyway.
About Jerry Springer
Jerry Springer was a renowned American broadcaster, journalist, actor, lawyer, and politician. He hosted the controversial tabloid talk show ‘Jerry Springer’ from 1991 to 2018, which became a cultural phenomenon in the 1990s. Springer also had a diverse career, serving as a Cincinnati City Council member, Mayor of Cincinnati, news anchor, and host of various TV shows.
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