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My parents both had a great sense of humor, and always laughed a lot. one night, when they were watching candid camera, i finally understood what comedy was all about. i heard the laughter on television, i turned around and saw my parents laughing, and that's when i thought: 'this is great. this is what i can do. i'm gonna prank somebody.'

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My Parents Both Had A Great Sense

Howie Mandel

My parents both had a great sense of humor, and always laughed a lot. one night, when they were watching candid camera, i finally understood what comedy was all about. i heard the laughter on television, i turned around and saw my parents laughing, and that's when i thought: 'this is great. this is what i can do. i'm gonna prank somebody.'

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