Comedy is when you fall into an open manhole and break your ... - Mel Brooks

"Comedy is when you fall into an open manhole and break your leg. Tragedy is when I cut my finger."

Mel Brooks Humor

Comedy Writer Director American Born 1926 (age 100)

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"Life is too short to be serious all the time. If you can't laugh at yourself, call me – I'll laugh at you."

"Always look on the bright side of life."

"The secret to success is surrounding yourself with people smarter than you are."

"Comedy is simply a funny way of being serious."

"Never underestimate the power of a good laugh."

"Laughter is the best medicine."

"A good laugh is the best medicine."

"Laughter is contagious and wonderful."