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I worked in television Im the Failed Pilot Queen, Ive done so many television shows, pilots, theater ...
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"I worked in television; I'm the Failed Pilot Queen, I've done so many television shows, pilots, theater ... when you do it for so long, I'm telling you, you get to the point where it becomes varied because you take what's available for a number of reasons. It's just an occupational hazard"

- Viola Davis

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Viola Davis is speaking about her experience in the entertainment industry. She has operated in television, done many pilots and theater performances, and has actually been in the industry for a very long time. She is stating that when you have been in the industry for a long period of time, you take whatever is available to you, even if it is not your perfect task. This is an occupational danger, as you have to take what is offered in order to make a living. This quote speaks to the reality of the entertainment industry, and how it can be difficult to discover the ideal task. It also speaks with the durability of those in the market, as they have to take whatever is readily available in order to make a living.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Viola Davis somewhere between August 11, 1965 and today. She was a famous Actress from USA. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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