Quotes by Lenny Bruce

Lenny Bruce, born Leonard Alfred Schneider on October 13, 1925, was a groundbreaking American stand-up comedian and social critic whose sharp wit and provocative humor challenged societal norms. Emerging in the 1950s, Bruce became famous for tackling taboo subjects such as race, religion, and sexuality, often facing legal battles for obscenity. His fearless approach to comedy paved the way for future generations of comedians, establishing him as a timeless figure in the realm of free speech. Bruce’s legacy endures, inspiring countless artists to push boundaries and speak truth to power.

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"When you're eight years old nothing is your business."

Lenny Bruce

"Miami Beach is where neon goes to die."

Lenny Bruce

"Communism is like one big phone company."

Lenny Bruce

"Every day people are straying away from the church and going back to God."

Lenny Bruce

"All my humor is based on destruction and despair. If the whole world were tranquil, without disease and violence, I'd be standing in the bread line - right in back of J. Edgar Hoover."

Lenny Bruce

"There are never enough I Love You's."

Lenny Bruce

"In the Halls of Justice the only justice is in the halls."

Lenny Bruce

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