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He is saying that seeing genuinely extreme behavior in real life makes him feel less unusual by comparison. The quote suggests he sees his own intensity as more normal when measured against what other people do. It is a self-aware, humorous remark about feeling balanced by comparison.
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Originally said in English.
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About John Lithgow
American actor
John Lithgow is an American actor known for his wide-ranging work on stage and screen. He studied at Harvard University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art before building a career that has earned major recognition in theatre, television, and film. His awards include four Actor Awards, seven Emmy Awards, two Golden Globes, a Laurence Olivier Award, and three Tony Awards. He has also been nominated for two Academy Awards, a British Academy Film Award, and four Grammy Awards.
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