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Because you know, down deep in my heart, when all is said and done, I still live under the illusion that basically peopl
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"Because you know, down deep in my heart, when all is said and done, I still live under the illusion that basically people think of me as an up-and-coming young actor"

- Jack Nicholson

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This quote by Jack Nicholson talks to the instability and also susceptability that numerous actors really feel in their occupation. In spite of his success, Nicholson still really feels the demand to show himself and also meet the expectations of others. He realizes that his success is not ensured which he should remain to work hard to preserve his track record. He is also aware that his success is mainly dependent on the opinions of others, and also he is still living under the impression that individuals consider him as an up-and-coming young star. This quote talks to the fragility of success in the entertainment industry, and the need to continuously strive for even more. Nicholson's quote is a reminder that despite exactly how effective one may be, there is constantly the capacity for failing and also the need to continue to strive to keep one's reputation.

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Jack Nicholson This quote is written / told by Jack Nicholson somewhere between April 22, 1937 and today. He was a famous Actor from USA. The author also have 43 other quotes.

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