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I'm a comedian so I'm not waiting around for someone to write a part for me. I don't have to wait for somebody else to create my next job I have the ability to basically write my own ticket.

Wanda Sykes

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Wanda Sykes
Age: 60
Born: 1964
Born: March 7
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