“Most of the women placed in the fire department here in New York never passed the physical test. And a fat guy or a short guy, or anybody not passing the test in a life-or-death job, leads to friction.”

American stand-up comedian and actor

Denis Leary is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He first became known for his stand-up work, especially through appearances on MTV and the specials No Cure for Cancer in 1993 and Lock 'n Load in 1997. He moved into film and television roles in the 1990s. His credits from that period include substantial parts in Judgment Night, Demolition Man, The Ref, Two If By Sea, Suicide Kings, Wag the Dog, Monument Ave., and The Thomas Crown Affair.