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Steven Wright, born on December 6, 1955, is an American stand-up comedian and actor known for his distinctive deadpan delivery and surreal one-liners. He gained widespread acclaim in 1985 with his Grammy-nominated comedy album "I Have a Pony. more Steven Wright, born on December 6, 1955, is an American stand-up comedian and actor known for his distinctive deadpan delivery and surreal one-liners. He gained widespread acclaim in 1985 with his Grammy-nominated comedy album "I Have a Pony." Wright's unique comedic style earned him an Academy Award in 1989 for the short film "The Appointments of Dennis Jennings," which he co-wrote and starred in. His appearances on "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" in the early 1980s helped catapult his career, making him a household name. Wright continued to influence the comedy scene with his 2007 follow-up album, "I Still Have a Pony," further solidifying his place in comedic history. less

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