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I cannot absorb living in a world where I have an Oscar for best actress and Denzel doesnt have one for best actor
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"I cannot absorb living in a world where I have an Oscar for best actress and Denzel doesn't have one for best actor"

- Julia Roberts

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This quote by Julia Roberts talks to the inequality that exists in the show business. She is expressing her frustration at the fact that Denzel Washington, a highly acclaimed actor, has not yet won an Oscar for Best Actor, while she has actually won an Oscar for Best Actress. This quote highlights the fact that despite the fact that Denzel has been chosen for a number of Oscars, he has yet to win one. This speaks with the systemic racism and sexism that exists in Hollywood, where specific stars and actresses are not provided the same acknowledgment and awards as their peers. Julia Roberts is revealing her frustration at this inequality, and her desire to see Denzel Washington receive the recognition he should have. This quote is a powerful suggestion of the need for higher diversity and inclusion in the entertainment industry.

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Julia Roberts This quote is written / told by Julia Roberts somewhere between October 28, 1967 and today. She was a famous Actress from USA. The author also have 42 other quotes.

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