Lisa Lampanelli : (5)

" In the end, censoring a comedian’s jokes is on par with censoring ‘Huckleberry Finn.’ Now, I’m not comparing myself to Mark Twain – he had much wavier hair and a slightly thicker mustache. But when you deny an artist the chance to explore his art, you’re forcing your beliefs on him. " - Lisa Lampanelli

" I’ve gone through literally over 30 years of struggle with weight and food and body image… and I’m like, ‘Wait a minute.’ " - Lisa Lampanelli

" I know Bea Arthur left the Pam Anderson roast really early, but it could have been because she was half dead; I don’t know. " - Lisa Lampanelli

" None of my comedy depended on looks. I never did tons of fat jokes. " - Lisa Lampanelli

" I usually get so warned when I go to Detroit, like, ‘Oh my God, don’t go to this section, don’t go to that section.’ I’ve never had any issues in Detroit. I love that there’s enough of a racial mix of people to make fun of. I’ve always had a good time there. " - Lisa Lampanelli