“Most women have jobs that require them to leave the house. A cat is actually a perfect pet. You get the love and companionship of a creature covered in fur, and you don't have to take it for a walk, and it can feed itself. Less maintenance. Surely any man can appreciate the practicality of this choice.”

American stand-up comedian, actress and television host

Iliza Shlesinger is an American stand-up comedian, actress and television host. She was born in 1983 and is known for her sharp, high-energy comedy and for building a broad career in television and streaming specials. She won NBC's Last Comic Standing in 2008, then hosted the syndicated dating show Excused from 2011 to 2013. She has also hosted the TBS game show Separation Anxiety and released six comedy specials on Netflix. Her work often centers on social behavior, dating, and the everyday absurdities of modern life.