“I have always felt that humor was a wonderful vehicle to let us become connected with each other and ourselves… I try to portray the similarities and polarities in men and women, so that we can acknowledge and embrace our collective consciousness.”

— Lily Tomlin

As quoted in Variety magazine (2003)

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American actress, comedian, writer, and producer 1939

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