That I would rather be in another business where a bad cold wouldn’t put me out of work.
Meaning of the quote
Merv Griffin, a famous American entertainer, said he would prefer to work in a different job where getting a cold wouldn't prevent him from doing his work. He seems to be suggesting that his line of work, which was likely performing or being on television, was very sensitive to illness, and a simple cold could stop him from being able to work. He seems to wish he had a job where his health issues wouldn't interfere with his ability to earn a living.
About Merv Griffin
Merv Griffin was an American television show host and media mogul who began his career as a radio and big band singer. He hosted his own talk show, The Merv Griffin Show, from 1962 to 1986, and also created the popular game shows Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune.
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