Longtime comedy icon George Wallace shows no signs of stepping away from the spotlight on the stand-up stage, having spent nearly half a century in the entertainment industry.
Wallace, at the age of 73, expresses such a strong passion for his craft that he contemplates continuing with stand-up comedy until his last moment. His definition of success doesn’t revolve around accumulated wealth, but rather around the joy he experiences in life and the happiness he brings to his audiences.
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In his 73 years, Wallace finds such fulfillment in stand-up comedy that he seriously considers performing until the end of his days. For him, success is not about amassing wealth, but about cherishing life’s joys and making audiences smile.
Wallace shared during an interview at the Just For Laughs festival in Montreal over the weekend, ‘I’m fulfilling my dream and I’m one of the most accomplished individuals you’ve come across. True success isn’t about wealth, it’s about savoring life as you live it, and that’s exactly what I do.’
From the tender age of six, the ambition to make people laugh as a comic took root within Wallace. Growing up, he admired comedians like Red Skelton, Red Foxx, Richard Pryor, among others. In 1976, he embarked on his career in comedy right at its inception, sharing the stage with a budding Jerry Seinfeld. Today, their friendship remains as strong as ever.
Back in the ’70s, comedy clubs of New York City, Seinfeld and I were roomies. We had no clue that our jokes would rocket us to Tinseltown stardom one day. But from day one, we felt it – a gut feeling that this was something deep within us. It wasn’t just a dream; it was a burning passion that we carried with us. As Wallace put it, “We knew from the get-go. We’ve always known since we started out. It’s got to be in you. You gotta have it in your heart.
Wallace emphasized that “the It factor” is a deeply personal aspect, encompassing what you passionately care about, what you respect, and your unique identity, which shines through when you engage in your work. This affection has steered Wallace throughout his extensive career, resulting in him becoming a familiar face on late-night comedy show sofas, appearing in numerous Hollywood shows and films (such as the latest one on Amazon Prime Video titled “Clean Slate“), and performing in various Las Vegas Strip hotels for decades.
Apart from attending the Just For Laughs comedy festival for a lifetime achievement award last Friday, Wallace also emphasizes the importance of pursuing one’s passions over chasing wealth. He advises young people that if they find joy in their lives, financial success will follow suit. “The money will take care of itself,” Wallace stresses, “as long as you make enough to live comfortably.
Currently, his job involves performing comedy on stage (including an upcoming gig in Dubai this week), but more importantly, it’s about spreading joy to his audience. As he steps off the stage, he often hears comments like, “I don’t know how to put this, but my spouse passed away three years ago, and I haven’t laughed in three years.” Or, “I recently underwent brain surgery, and I just wanted to thank you for making me laugh.” For him, such heartfelt feedback is far more valuable than any monetary compensation.
The Just For Laughs comedy festival continues through Sunday.
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2025-07-26 21:54