Who said "We laugh that we may not cry."?

This quote is attributed to Laurel and Hardy.

We laugh that we may not cry. - Laurel and Hardy

"We laugh that we may not cry."

Laurel and Hardy Humor

Slapstick Comedy Duo British-American 1890–1965

"Well, here's another nice mess you've gotten me into!"

"The basis of comedy is not laughter, but sorrow."

"We are here on Earth to help others; what the others are here for, I don't know."

"A fine friendship is the finest thing in the world."

"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."