“I truly think comedy is - being funny is DNA. My dad was a doctor, a wonderful doctor, and people still come up to me today, 'Your father helped my mother die.' You know what I'm saying? He made her laugh 'til she died. My father was always very funny.”

American comedian and writer, 1933–2014, known for her razor-sharp wit and fearless self-deprecation. She carved a niche in stand-up comedy with her unflinching honesty and sharp observations on life, culture, and the absurdities of fame. Her writing—including memoirs and essays—extended her voice beyond the stage, blending humor with keen social commentary.