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Just 3 of the Truly Remarkable Lessons From Jimmy Fallon’s Career
2. Always, always, always have a clear dream
Among the many famous people born on September 19, American comedian, actor, television host, writer, and producer Jimmy Fallon’s profile serves up the three greatest life lessons for the day.
Fans recognize him most because of the Saturday Night Live show and late-night talk show The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
Born on September 19, 1974, in New York City, Jimmy had long had an insatiable interest in comedy. Taking matters into his hands to live his dream, he moved to LA at 21 to pursue a career in stand-up comedy.
His life teaches us a lot of lessons, and the three biggest ones are:
Don’t be afraid to take the jump
Only a semester away from receiving his college diploma, he dropped out to move to Los Angeles so he could be available for a TV pilot season.
It was the equivalent of putting your last penny in an investment, praying and hoping it yields a hundredfold return on investment.
What became of his college degree and his career in LA?
Fourteen years later, the College of St. Rose in New York State awarded Jimmy his…
