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While many people fear public speaking, stand-up comic Drew Lynch has become a success on stage, despite living with a serious speech impediment.

Lynch told Fox News Digital he owes his comedy career to his stutter, calling it a "gift" that helped him find his path and build an authentic connection with audiences.

"Stuttering has taught me so much about myself in perspective, both in personal and professional endeavors, that it really was something I thought was a curse, but it ended up being a gift," he said.

JAY LENO CRITICIZES MODERN LATE-NIGHT COMEDY FOR ALIENATING HALF THE AUDIENCE WITH PARTISAN POLITICS

Some may remember the 34-year-old comedian from his standout run on " America’s Got Talent " in 2015, where he

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