Quote by P. J. O'Rourke

A very quiet and tasteful way to be famous is to have a famous relative. Then you can not only be nothing, you can do nothing too.

A very quiet and tasteful way to be famous is to have a famo

Summary

This quote suggests that having a famous relative provides a subtle and understated route to becoming famous oneself. By simply being related to someone well-known, an individual can attain fame without any personal achievements or efforts. Furthermore, it implies that this fame can extend to not only being someone insignificant but also being completely unremarkable. In essence, the quote reflects on the notion that fame can be attained through association rather than personal action or contribution.

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By P. J. O'Rourke

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