"All you need in the world is love and laughter. That's all anybody needs. To have love in one hand and laughter in the other."
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About August Wilson
August Wilson was an American playwright known for his remarkable work in capturing the African American experience. Born in 1945 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wilson grew up in a racially diverse neighborhood which greatly influenced his writing. He became a prominent figure in the American theater scene, winning multiple Pulitzer Prizes for his plays that explored the complexities of African American life and history. Wilson's work, including 'Fences' and 'The Piano Lesson,' continues to be celebrated for its powerful storytelling and poignant portrayal of the Black experience in America.
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