Quote by Anthony LaPaglia

A lot of people think I'm that guy in 'Betsy's Wedding', but I'm not. What it is for me is that, on some level, I connect with the character emotionally.

A lot of people think I'm that guy in 'Betsy's Wedding', but

Summary

In this quote, the speaker is distancing themselves from the popular perception that they are similar to a particular character from the movie 'Betsy's Wedding'. They clarify that their connection to the character is not based on real-life parallels but rather an emotional connection. Despite not being like the character in question, the speaker can still empathize and understand the character's emotions on a deeper level. This quote suggests that personal identification with fictional characters can stem from emotional resonance rather than direct resemblance.

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By Anthony LaPaglia

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