If anyone at my funeral has a long face, I’ll never speak to him again.
Meaning of the quote
This quote from English actor Stan Laurel is a funny way of saying that he wants people to be happy and celebrate his life, not be sad, when he dies. He's joking that if anyone looks sad or upset at his funeral, he won't talk to them ever again! It shows Laurel had a great sense of humor and wanted his friends and family to remember him with joy, not sadness.
About Stan Laurel
Stan Laurel was an English comic actor, writer, and film director who formed the famous comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. He appeared in over 100 short films, feature films, and cameos, and was renowned for his comic devices like the bowler hat and nonsensical understatement. Laurel was a pioneer of comedy who received an Academy Honorary Award for his groundbreaking work.
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