I love voice-acting - I can go to work without wearing pants. Although I did wear pants during Gremlins. But it's always more comfortable to work without. And if you notice, I relate to Gizmo in that way because he also works without pants. I have furry little legs, too.
From Howie Mandel
Stand-up comedy is a sickness. Who wouldn't want a room full of people laughing and screaming at you just because of who you are? Nothing is as good, except maybe having a baby.
I have an insatiable desire to be the center of attention.
I think being a dad is scary. I mean, I'm not that grown-up myself.
Unlike 'Deal or No Deal,' which is for the entire family, my standup is not for the entire family.
Most of my act is improvisation. I'm inspired for the moment. Standing there in front of 2,000 or 3,000 people you don't know can be pretty inspiring.
My childlike qualities sometimes lead me to jump into projects without thinking of the consequences.
Some version of 'Deal or No Deal' airs in 120 countries. And they play it exactly the same way, with models and briefcases. It crosses language and culture and gender, because it's the simplest game in the world, and everyone wants to press their luck.
Standup keeps me grounded and keeps me in touch. I get to go from small towns to big cities, across Canada and the U.S., and you're out there and talking to people. You get a sense of what they respond to.
Part of my humor is the fact that I love coming out of left field. I don't want people to expect what is going to happen next.
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