"For somebody famous, it's weird anyway to meet someone, because they have a preconceived notion of who you are"
- Ricki Lake
About this Quote
In this quote, Ricki Lake is revealing her ideas on meeting somebody who is well-known. She thinks that it is an odd experience for both parties included because the celebrity already has a preconceived concept of who the other individual is. This presumption is based upon the fame and credibility of the person, rather than their true personality. Lake suggests that this can create a barrier between the two individuals, as the celebrity might feel pressure to measure up to their public image, while the other individual might feel daunted or starstruck. Overall, Lake highlights the complexities and challenges of meeting somebody who is famous.
This quote is written / told by Ricki Lake somewhere between September 21, 1968 and today. He/she was a famous Entertainer from USA.
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