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Silverman speaks out on motherhood

The US comic said she had to choose between "motherhood and living my fullest life."

February 28, 2017 09:35
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Sarah Silverman has attracted both praise and criticism after she tweeted about motherhood and her decision not to have children.

The 46-year-old American comedian took to social media last night to discuss her choice, saying “As a comic always working & on the road I have had to decide between motherhood & living my fullest life & I chose the latter.

“Men don't have to do that. I'd so love to be a fun dad, coming home from the road & being my best fun dad self.

She added that it was impossible to be a woman without making sacrifices, insisting “that’s a fact jack.