Mike Myers' road to becoming the most-quoted comedian
The Canadian actor, comedian, and writer turns 60 this May 25
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You can hardly watch comedy movies or funny TV shows without hearing an echo of Mike Myers in them, quoted sometimes even unconsciously. He, along with some of the other biggest names in comedy, forged what is now the golden path to Hollywood for comedians, and along the way he created a legacy for himself of both cult and mainstream fame through characters and movies that people never want to stop watching.
Of course, it hasn't all been laughs and giggles the whole way, and indeed there was a time when Myers' quotes actually led to him being called "antifunny." But the Canadian star isn't done yet. Click through to see Mike Myers' best characters and unscripted lines.
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