Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

In Hollywood, the women are all peaches. It makes one long for an apple occasionally.

In Hollywood, the women are all peaches. It makes one long f

Summary

This quote by William Claude Dukenfield, known as W.C. Fields, expresses the sentiment that in Hollywood, women are stereotypically portrayed as flawless and perfect ("peaches"). However, the quote suggests that this constant perfection can become monotonous and sometimes a person may desire something different or less predictable - symbolized by an "apple". It touches on the idea that there is beauty in diversity and imperfections, challenging the notion of the idealized Hollywood image.

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By W. Somerset Maugham

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