This is the authentic story of how one person began a new art form at 70, fought an almost lifelong eating disorder at a time when no one knew what an eating disorder was, dealt with discrimination in her line of work, and what her message to the world is.
This is the authentic story of how one person began a new art form at 70, fought an almost lifelong eating disorder at a time when no one knew what an eating disorder was, dealt with discrimination in her line of work, and what her message to the world is.
Lynn Ruth started doing stage comedies when she was 70 years old and has since received many accolades and recognitions. She has done numerous comedy and five-star cabaret shows, including Britain's Got Talent, and has toured all over the world. At 87 she is currently considered as the oldest performing stand up female comedian on both sides of the Atlantic. She is the author of Getting the Last Laugh: The World's Oldest Comedienne Rocks the Comedy Stage.
Quotes to remember:
“There are two ways to go when you have a childhood like that: you either succumb to it or you fight your way through.”
“I fought for every gig I got.”
“I do not feel old; I feel just like you do, I feel me.”
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