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I don't drink a lot. My family calls me an old soul. And my friends call me a pussy.

Mike Birbiglia

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Mike Birbiglia
Age: 46
Born: 1978
Born: June 20
Actor
Comedian
Executive Producer
Film Director
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Stand-Up Comedian
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