"Comedic actors can be looked at as a lower form because we have to put ourselves in a lower place than most of the audience. I think lofty emotions are somehow considered more special. The best stories in the world to me are the ones that elicit a real emotion, but have humour."

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Source: This Much I Know. Interview with Tony Horkins, www.theguardian.com. October 19, 2008.

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Jim Carrey

Actor, Comedian

Jim Carrey is a Canadian-American actor and comedian known for his unique blend of humor and emotional depth, particularly in films like 'The Truman Show'.

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