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I think the reason why I'm so alluring to networks is because on the surface I'm like a quintessential relatable, boring white guy. A great many sitcoms have been anchored by a boring white guy, so I feel like what they want to mine from me are my more generic qualities.

Mike Birbiglia

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Mike Birbiglia
Age: 46
Born: 1978
Born: June 20
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