Andy Kaufman

Anti-comedian, performance artist

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Sayings by Andy Kaufman

I'm a professional wrestler.

1982-1983 — In character as a professional wrestler, particularly during his feuds with Jerry Lawler.
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I don't imitate anyone. I do my own thing.

Late 1970s — Interview or statement about his unique style.
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I'm not trying to be liked.

Early 1980s — Documented conversation with friends/colleagues.
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I believe in magic.

Early 1980s — Interview about his worldview and approach to life/performance.
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I want to be remembered as someone who pushed the boundaries.

Early 1980s — Interview or statement to a journalist.
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I'm a method actor.

Throughout his career — Often used to describe his deep immersion into his characters.
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I like to expose the absurdity of life.

Early 1980s — Documented conversation with friends/colleagues.
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I'm not a joke-teller. I'm a situation-creator.

Late 1970s — Interview or explanation of his performance style.
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I'm interested in the truth, even if it's a difficult truth.

Early 1980s — Documented conversation with friends/colleagues.
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I want to make people question reality.

Throughout his career — Discussion of his artistic intentions.
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I like to be in control.

Early 1980s — Statement about his meticulous planning of performances and pranks.
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I'm a serious artist.

Throughout his career — Often stated, despite the comedic nature of much of his work, to emphasize his artistic intentions.
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I always try to surprise people.

Late 1970s-Early 1980s — Interview or discussion of his performance philosophy.
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I just want to have fun and make people think.

Early 1980s — Interview with a journalist.
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I don't believe in boundaries.

Early 1980s — Statement about his approach to performance and life.
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I'm a trickster.

Throughout his career — Often described himself and his methods this way.
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I don’t believe in telling jokes that make people laugh. I just like to laugh.

1982 — Interview with David Letterman
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I don’t believe in competition. I just like to have fun.

1978 — Interview on 'The Dating Game'
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I’m not a comedian. I don’t even know what comedy is.

1981 — Interview with Tom Snyder
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I don’t do jokes. I just do what I feel like doing.

1983 — Interview on 'Late Night with David Kmiecik'
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