Humor does not rescue us from unhappiness, but enables us to move back from it a little.
Mason CooleyHumor levels the playing field. I understood that early on - that was something I had.
Robert MankoffThere is no defense against adverse fortune which is so effectual as an habitual sense of humor.
Thomas W. HigginsonIf you stop and think about it, nearly all great humor is at the expense of someone or something.
Alan KingI think humor is important for all of us, and a great comedian is a great treasure.
Leila Josefowicz