Funny is not a color. Being black is only good from the time you get from the curtain to the microphone. – Flip Wilson
My happiest memory of childhood was my first birthday in reform school. This teacher took an interest in me. In fact, he gave me the first birthday presents I ever got: a box of Cracker Jacks and a can of ABC shoe polish. – Flip Wilson
It would be ridiculous for me to say anything negative regarding blacks having an equal opportunity on TV. – Flip Wilson
I was number one in the ratings four times last year and twice this season. What could be more damn equal than that? If they get any more equal, I don’t want it. – Flip Wilson
My show is my statement. What I have to say is on the screen. My life is my own. I don’t want to talk about my private self. Why should I? – Flip Wilson
Things can be funny only when we are in fun. When we’re ‘dead earnest,’ humor is the only thing that is dead. – Flip Wilson
Get well cards have become so humorous that if you don’t get sick you’re missing half the fun. – Flip Wilson