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Not living in fear is a great gift, because certainly these days we do it so much. And do you know what I like about comedy? You can't laugh and be afraid at the same time - of anything. If you're laughing, I defy you to be afraid.

Stephen Colbert

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Stephen Colbert
Age: 60
Born: 1964
Born: May 13
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