Fame and Ambition
Stephen reflects on the gradual journey to fame, likening it to a frog slowly boiling in water, contrasting it with the shock of sudden celebrity. He shares his early ambition to attend Oxbridge and pursue a career in comedy, revealing how his aspirations were often met with skepticism from teachers. Despite the challenges, he remained focused on his dream, driven by a passion for storytelling and humor.In this clip
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