"Like everyone else who makes the mistake of getting older, I begin each day with coffee and obituaries."

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This reflection on failure by Bill Cosby resonates across generations. It highlights a fundamental truth about human nature: our continuous search for meaning in failure is what ultimately defines our character and our path forward.

About Bill Cosby

William Henry Cosby Jr. is an American former comedian, actor, and media personality. Often deemed a trailblazer for African Americans in the entertainment industry, Cosby was well known in the United States for his stand-up comedy routines and television career before achieving global recognition for his portrayal of Cliff Huxtable in the sitcom The Cosby Show (1984–1992). He was also prolific in advertising for decades and was the recipient of numerous awards and honorary degrees throughout his career, many of which were revoked after dozens of allegations of sexual assault were made against him, starting in 2014 and culminating in a 2018 conviction for aggravated indecent assault.

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