Lea DeLaria Quotes


What do you mean you don't believe in homosexuality? It's not like the Easter Bunny, your belief isn't necessary.


Citations

DeLaria, Lea. Lea's Book of Rules for the World. Bantam Books, 2000.

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Lea DeLaria
Lea DeLaria
  • Born: May 23, 1958
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Comedian, Actress, Jazz Singer

Lea DeLaria is an American comedian, actress, and jazz singer. DeLaria is credited with being the first openly gay comic to appear on American television with her 1993 appearance on The Arsenio Hall Show. She is best known for her portrayal of inmate Carrie "Big Boo" Black on Netflix original series Orange Is the New Black.