Woody is the guy who made me want to be a comic. I was in heaven and couldn’t stop smiling because he was my idle and 29 years after seeing Take the Money and Run, I was working for him.

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Jon Lovitz, an American actor, looked up to Woody Allen as a comedian. Seeing Woody's movie "Take the Money and Run" made Lovitz want to become a comedian too. Twenty-nine years later, Lovitz was so excited to actually work for Woody, the person he had admired for so long.

About Jon Lovitz

Jon Lovitz is a talented American actor and comedian who rose to fame as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. He has since starred in numerous TV shows and films, lending his distinctive voice to animated movies as well. Lovitz is known for his versatility and comedic talent across a wide range of roles.

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