"A lot of people think I'm that guy in 'Betsy's Wedding', but I'm not. What it is for me is that, on some level, I connect with the character emotionally"

This quote by Anthony LaPaglia talks to the idea that individuals often associate him with the character he played in the film "Betsy's Wedding". He is saying that while he is not that character, he can still relate to him on an emotional level. This suggests that LaPaglia is able to connect with characters he plays on a deeper level than just the surface level of acting. He has the ability to make use of his own experiences and emotions to bring a character to life. This quote also talks to the concept that individuals frequently associate actors with the characters they play, and that this can be a source of disappointment for the star. LaPaglia is stating that while he understands why people make this connection, he is not that character and he wishes to be seen for who he is.