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I see my face in the mirror, and I said, No, my ambition is not to be an actor
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"I see my face in the mirror, and I said, No, my ambition is not to be an actor"

- Dino De Laurentiis

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This quote by Dino De Laurentiis speaks to the power of aspiration and the importance of staying true to oneself. It suggests that when searching in the mirror, De Laurentiis was presented with the chance to pursue a career in acting, however he picked to reject it. He was figured out to stay real to his own aspirations and not be swayed by the potential of popularity and fortune. This quote speaks to the value of having a strong sense of self and staying true to one's own goals and aspirations. It likewise speaks with the power of ambition and the importance of having a clear vision of what one wishes to attain in life. De Laurentiis' quote is a suggestion that it is necessary to stay focused on one's own goals and ambitions, and to not be swayed by the potential of popularity and fortune.

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Italy Flag This quote is written / told by Dino De Laurentiis somewhere between August 8, 1919 and today. He/she was a famous Director from Italy. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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