Quote by Catherine Keener

These days there are a lot of people who just want to be famous. I think that comes from a naive place, because those people generally don't know what it's like.

These days there are a lot of people who just want to be fam

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This quote suggests that societal obsession with fame and celebrity status stems from a place of ignorance. Many individuals desire fame without truly understanding the complexity and challenges that come with it. This naivety reflects a lack of awareness about the reality of fame, indicating that people often pursue it without considering the potential toll it may have on mental health, privacy, and personal relationships.

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