Steve Martin

"When people ask me, ‘how do you make it in show business,’ or whatever, what I always tell them — and nobody ever takes note of it ‘cuz it’s not the answer they wanted to hear…but I always say, ‘Be so good they can’t ignore you.’"

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Source: Steve Martin: The Powells.com Interview. Interview with Jill Owens, www.powells.com. November 29, 2010.

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Steve Martin

Steve Martin

Comedian, Actor, Writer

Steve Martin is a multifaceted entertainer known for his groundbreaking work in comedy, film, and literature, particularly his memoir 'Born Standing Up.'

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