John Cleese Reflects on His Career and Approach to Writing Comedy

John Cleese, known for his comedic career, initially pursued law before comedy ignited his passion. Despite the allure of a stable legal career, Cleese found inspiration in comedy, notably from the Marx Brothers. He discusses the challenges of originality in comedy and his collaboration with Graham Chapman. Cleese also touches on his entrepreneurial ventures, emphasizing his role in scriptwriting and performance rather than marketing.

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