"When you're famous, you don't get to meet people because they want you to like them when the present themselves to you, and you don't see the real people"

In this quote, Cass Elliot is expressing the idea that fame can be separating and can avoid authentic connections with others. When somebody ends up being popular, people often approach them with ulterior motives, wanting to be liked or accepted by the famous person. This can make it hard for the celebrity to genuinely learn more about others and see their true selves. Rather, they exist with an exterior or image that individuals desire them to see. This can create a sense of isolation and disconnect from truth, as the famous person is not able to form real relationships with others.