I've never been asked to appear on 'I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!,' so I guess I mustn't be on the professional skids just yet.
Interpretation
The quote humorously expresses that not being invited to a reality show implies the speaker is still in a good place professionally.
In this quote, Robin Williams uses humor to suggest that not being called to appear on a reality show, which often features faded celebrities, indicates that he is still considered relevant in his career. The phrase 'professional skids' refers to a decline in one's professional status, and by making this joke, Williams cleverly highlights his successful standing in the entertainment industry while poking fun at the fleeting nature of celebrity.
In practice
In a comedy show, to illustrate the unpredictable nature of fame.
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We don't apologize for a joke. We are comics. We are here to make you laugh. If you don't get it, then don't watch us.
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If you have enough book space, I don't want to talk to you.
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