Quote by James Franco

When I was a child, I wanted to be an actor, but I had really bad buckteeth. I didn't want to get braces, but my mom said I couldn't be an actor if I didn't get the braces. So, I got the braces.

When I was a child, I wanted to be an actor, but I had reall

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This quote highlights the sacrifices and choices we make to pursue our dreams. The speaker's childhood desire to become an actor was held back by their insecurity about their appearance, specifically their buckteeth. With a supportive push from their mom, they made the decision to get braces, overcoming their initial reluctance. This phrase reflects the determination and willingness to make difficult choices in order to pursue what we truly desire, even if it means confronting and improving our perceived imperfections.

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