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Everyone loves comedy. Whether it is a play on words, a funny observation on everyday life or some old witty saying, we all love things that adds humour to our life. You can watch comedians, celebrities, movies and TV shows – there’s an endless supply of quotes and sayings that can give you a good chuckle. If you like such clever quips, here is a collection of funny and humorous quotes that covers comedy with focus on family, work, life, aging, money and pretty much every other life topic that calls for a healthy sense of humour. Here are the 30 hilarious funny quotes to add laughter to your 2026. We all need some much-needed breaks in our life and these quotes will hopefully give you a quick chuckle.
1. “Before you criticize someone, walk a mile in their shoes. That way, you’ll be a mile from them, and you’ll have their shoes.” —Jack Handy
2. “People say that money is not the key to happiness, but I always figured if you have enough money, you can have a key made.” —Joan Rivers
3. “The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it.” ―Terry Pratchett
4. “Before you marry a person, you should first make them use a computer with slow Internet to see who they really are.” —Will Ferrell
5. The other night I ate at a real nice family restaurant. Every table had an argument going.” —George Carlin
6. “The best way to get most husbands to do something is to suggest that perhaps they’re too old to do it.” —Shirley MacLaine
7. “A good rule to remember for life is that when it comes to plastic surgery and sushi, never be attracted by a bargain.” —Graham Norton
8. “You know you’ve reached middle age when you’re cautioned to slow down by your doctor, instead of by the police.” —Joan Rivers
9. “Someone asked me, if I were stranded on a desert island what book would I bring: ‘How to Build a Boat.’” —Steven Wright
10. “When I’m in social situations, I always hold onto my glass. It makes me feel comfortable and secure, and I don’t have to shake hands.” — Larry David
11. “When your mother asks, ‘Do you want a piece of advice?’ it is a mere formality. It doesn’t matter if you answer yes or no. You’re going to get it anyway.”
—Erma Bombeck
12. “The best way to appreciate your job is to imagine yourself without one.” —Oscar Wilde
13. “People waste their time pondering whether a glass is half empty or half full. Me, I just drink whatever’s in the glass.” —Sophia Petrillo
14. “Never follow anyone else’s path. Unless you’re in the woods and you’re lost and you see a path. Then by all means follow that path.” —Ellen DeGeneres
15. “There’s nothing simpler than avoiding people you don’t like. Avoiding one’s friends, that’s the real test.” —Maggie Smith
16. “Do not take life too seriously. You will never get out of it alive.” — Elbert Hubbard
17. “The optimist proclaims that we live in the best of all possible worlds; and the pessimist fears this is true.” —James Branch Cabell
18. “Every day I get up and look through the Forbes list of the richest people in America. If I’m not there, I go to work.” —Robert Orben
19. “Adults are always asking children what they want to be when they grow up because they’re looking for ideas.” —Paula Poundstone
20. “As you get older, three things happen. The first is your memory goes, and I can’t remember the other two.” —Sir Norman Wisdom
21. “Employers are at their happiest on Mondays. Employees are at their happiest on Fridays.” ―Mokokoma Mokhonoana
22. “You know you’re getting old when you stoop to tie your shoelaces and wonder what else you could do while you’re down there.” —George Burns
23. “I prefer not to think before speaking. I like being as surprised as everyone else by what comes out of my mouth.”
24. “From the ages of eight to 18, me and my family moved around a lot. Mostly we would just stretch, but occasionally one of us would actually get up to go to the fridge.” —Jarod Kintz
25. “I’d like to have a kid, but I’m not sure I’m ready to spend 10 years of my life constantly asking someone where his shoes are.” —Damien Fahey
26. “A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof was to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools.” —Douglas Adams
27. “When I was growing up, I always wanted to be someone. Now I realize I should have been more specific.” —Lily Tomlin
28. “Success in almost any field depends more on energy and drive than it does on intelligence. This explains why we have so many stupid leaders.” —Sloan Wilson
29. “If you had to identify in one word the reason why the human race has not achieved and never will achieve its full potential, that word would be ‘meetings.’” —Dave Barry
30. “When you’re good at something, you’ll tell everyone. When you’re great at something, they’ll tell you.” ― Walter Payton
That concludes this list of 30 hilarious funny quotes to add laughter to your 2026. As we approach the New Year, it’s the perfect time to embrace fresh starts and celebrate with fantastic parties. While the excitement is palpable, the season can also bring its share of stress. The pressure to craft resolutions and set ambitious goals can feel overwhelming—especially when it comes to following through. Ease this tension and kick off the New Year with a smile. These witty and cheerful quotes will help lighten the atmosphere and ensure your celebrations are filled with laughter and joy.
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