Take my wife—please. — Henny Youngman | Printable Wall Art

“Take my wife—please.”

Words by Henny Youngman (1906-1998) — Comedian known as the 'King of the One-Liners'.

About this quote

This famous comedic line relies on a clever play on words and sudden misdirection. At first, it sounds like a polite request asking someone to accompany or assist the speaker's wife. The addition of the word 'please' flips the meaning completely, turning it into a plea to take her away. It plays on traditional, self-deprecating marital humour through perfect comic timing.

American comedian Henny Youngman popularised this iconic one-liner during the mid-twentieth century. He claimed he created the joke accidentally in the 1930s while asking a venue usher to escort his wife to her seat.

People often hang this print in a home bar or entertainment room to add a touch of classic vintage comedy.

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