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Wanda Sykes Quotes

born 1964 United States

Wanda Yvette Sykes (born March 7, 1964) is an American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer. She was first recognized for her work as a writer on The Chris Rock Show, for which she won a Primetime Emmy Award in 1999.

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"But they weren't ready to see a black woman who happens to be a lesbian also making fun of the president."

"I feel like with as much blood of my ancestors that has been shed to build this country, this is my country. I feel like I have more of a right here than anyone else."

"If your family isn’t supportive, you're going to find somebody who would be that surrogate parent who will love you and take care of you. You’ll make family. I did. Know that there’s places and people who will love you—and you can and you will have an amazing life."

"Oh, shoot. That's right. I forgot. I'm a black, lesbian female, and they aren't ready for this yet."

"I love doing stand-up. ... That's where I feel like I can be free."

"I hope we can get to a place where it’s normal to say, “Yeah, my wife and I,” and it’s not, “oh my god!” Which is why it’s important to have representation."

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Quotes and notes from Wikiquote: Wanda Sykes (page history), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.