I'd rather a young black actor read about success as opposed to how tough it was. I get these roles because I can act and that's it. Hopefully that's it.

Summary

This quote expresses the desire for young black actors to be seen as successful based on their talent and skill in acting, rather than solely on the hardships they have experienced. The speaker implies that they want future generations to be inspired by stories of triumph and achievement, rather than narratives centered around struggle and adversity. Ultimately, they hope that their own success is solely attributed to their abilities as an actor, and not influenced by external factors such as race or personal challenges.

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