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How Phyllis Diller broke down the doors for female comics

Phyllis Diller reflects on how her comedy was a response to years of “take my wife” jokes.

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How Phyllis Diller broke down the doors for female comics American Masters

Premiered June 20, 2024

How Phyllis Diller broke down the doors for female comics

On September 19, 2007, Phyllis Diller reflected on how her comedy was a response to years of “take my wife” jokes. Interview conducted by director Michael Kantor for the six-hour PBS comedy series, “Make ‘Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America” (2009).

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