Wanda Sykes Quotes

I guess because of my act, people think that I say things they want to say, and that they can just come up and say anything to me.

Wanda Sykes

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• Live performances always feel like such a moment with all of the costumes and theatrics.

  

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• At times, it seems as if the only women effortlessly balancing their jobs, kids, husbands and homes are the ones on TV.

  

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• And more so now, since having a family - I don't seek out any other acceptance.

  

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• I guess because of my act, people think that I say things they want to say, and that they can just come up and say anything to me.

  

  Wanda Sykes
  • People
  • Think
  • Want