Quote by Sammy Davis, Jr.

Being a star has made it possible for me to get insulted in places where the average Negro could never hope to go and get insulted.

Being a star has made it possible for me to get insulted in

Summary

This quote, said by the African American comedian and civil rights activist Dick Gregory, highlights the paradoxical experiences of being a celebrity in the context of racial discrimination. While being famous affords certain privileges and opportunities, Gregory acknowledges that it also exposes him to insults and mistreatment in spaces that typically exclude individuals of his race. This succinctly illustrates the complex realities of fame for marginalized individuals, emphasizing how their elevated status in one aspect of life does not shield them from prejudice and discrimination in others.

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