Mary Jean "Lily" Tomlin (born September 1, 1939) is an American actress, comedian, writer and producer who has won several Tony Awards and Emmy Awards, plus a Grammy Award

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I personally think we developed language because of our deep need to complain.
If love is the answer, could you rephrase the question?
Man invented language to satisfy his deep need to complain.
Ninety eight percent of the adults in this country are decent, hardworking, honest Americans. It's the other lousy two percent that get all the publicity. But then, we elected them.
No matter how cynical you get, it is impossible to keep up.
Reality is a crutch for people who can't handle drugs.
Reality is nothing but a collective hunch.
Sometimes I worry about being a success in a mediocre world.
Thank God kids never mean well
The trouble with the rat race is that even if you win, you're still a rat.
Things are going to get a lot worse before they get worse.
We're all in this alone.
Why isn't there a special name for the tops of your feet

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