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I became known for surprising audiences. Except now, if I surprise them every time, they expect that.

Sarah Silverman

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Sarah Silverman
Age: 53
Born: 1970
Born: December 1
Actor
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Bedford
New Hampshire
Sarah Kate Silverman
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