“I started a family and I didn't ever want to be away from them. I'm sure it hurt my career, but I didn't care.”

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He says that once he had a family, he preferred to stay close to them instead of prioritizing work. He believes that choice may have limited his career, but it was not something he regretted. The quote presents family life as more important to him than professional advancement.

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Originally said in English.

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About Jim Breuer

American stand-up comedian and actor

Jim Breuer is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He was a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1995 to 1998, and he also starred in the 1998 film Half Baked. Breuer is known for his comic performances on stage and screen, especially the work that brought him wider attention in the late 1990s. His material and public persona are tied to stand-up comedy and acting, with a career shaped by television and film appearances.

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