Quote by Chris Pine

My grandmother was an actress too. In the thirties and forties she was under contract with Universal Studios. Crazy credits, lots of them. My dad was also under contract with Universal Studios. And my first film was shot on the same stage they both worked on at Universal.

My grandmother was an actress too. In the thirties and forti

Summary

This quote signifies the individual's familial connection to Hollywood and the entertainment industry. It highlights their personal family history, with their grandmother and father both being actors under contract with Universal Studios. The mention of "crazy credits, lots of them" implies that their relatives had a significant number of acting roles. The emphasis on the same film stage used by both of them further emphasizes the continuity and connection between generations, effectively portraying a sense of familial legacy within the glamorous world of Hollywood.

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