Famous quote by Mary Pickford

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One of the great penalties those of us who live our lives in full view of the public must pay is the loss of that most c
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"One of the great penalties those of us who live our lives in full view of the public must pay is the loss of that most cherished birthright of man's, privacy"

- Mary Pickford

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In this quote, Mary Pickford, a popular starlet and public figure, assesses the sacrifices that come with living a life in the public eye. She acknowledges that a person of the greatest effects of being constantly in the spotlight is the loss of privacy, which she thinks about to be an essential human right. Pickford suggests that the continuous examination and attention from the general public can be frustrating and can strip people of their individual space and freedom. This quote highlights the obstacles and sacrifices that feature fame and reminds us of the significance of personal privacy in our lives.

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Canada Flag This quote is written / told by Mary Pickford between April 8, 1893 and May 29, 1979. She was a famous Actress from Canada. The author also have 8 other quotes.

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