Quote by Fred A. Allen

A celebrity is a person who works hard all of their life to become well known, and then wears dark glasses to avoid being recognized.

A celebrity is a person who works hard all of their life to

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This quote humorously highlights the irony of celebrity culture. It suggests that celebrities go through immense efforts to achieve fame and recognition, yet paradoxically strive to avoid being recognized by the public. This comment critiques the contradiction between the desire for fame and the consequent need for privacy that many celebrities face. Ultimately, it shows the absurdity and paradoxical nature of celebrity culture.

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