Athletes tend to have less of a sense of humor than most people. They are heroes to so many. That might be part of it.
When I see a good singer I get teary-eyed. Part of it is jealousy because...
Humor results when society says you can't scratch certain things in public...
I've been so fortunate in my life that my family has never been jealous of my success. They have shown true love and commitment to me by being supportive. They shared in it.