Lewis Grizzard
Lewis Grizzard
Lewis McDonald Grizzard, Jr.was an American writer and humorist, known for his Southern demeanor and commentary on the American South. Although he spent his early career as a newspaper sports writer and editor, becoming the sports editor of the Atlanta Journal at age 23, he is much better known for his humorous newspaper columns in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He was also a popular stand-up comedian & lecturer...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionWriter
Date of Birth20 October 1946
CountryUnited States of America
It's difficult to think anything but pleasant thoughts while eating a homegrown tomato.
The game of life is a lot like football. You have to tackle your problems, block your fears, and score your points when you get the opportunity.
Life is like a dogsled race. If you ain't the lead dog, the scenery never changes.
I came from a big family. As a matter of fact, I never got to sleep alone until I was married.
There's no such thing as being too Southern.
The idiot who invented instant grits also thought of frozen fried chicken, and they ought to lock him up before he tries to freeze-dry collards.
Elvis is dead and I don't feel good for myself.
I'd much rather sit next to a smoker in a restaurant than a nose-blower.
Spring time is the land awakening.
When My Love Comes Back from the Ladies' Room, Will I Be Too Old To Care?
Life is like a dogsled team. If you ain't the lead dog, the scenery never changes.
If you ain't the lead dog, the view never changes.
I don't think I'll get married again. I'll just find a woman I don't like and give her a house.