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I loved to make people laugh in high school, and then I found I loved being on stage in front of people. I'm sure that's some kind of ego trip or a way to overcome shyness. I was very kind of shy and reserved, so there's a way to be on stage and be performing and balance your life out.

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Steve Martin
Age: 79
Born: 1945
Born: August 14
Actor
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Banjoist
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Street Artist
Waco
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