Quote by Jimmy Smits

When we are out there selling a new picture, when did it become part of the deal that you have to sell the family? To use the juicy part of your life to get attention? I'm not blaming the reporters. It's the system.

When we are out there selling a new picture, when did it bec

Summary

In this quote, the speaker highlights their frustration regarding the expectations placed on public figures and their personal lives. They question the necessity for individuals in the media industry to exploit personal matters, particularly family matters, in order to generate attention or sell something. The speaker clarifies that their criticism is not directed towards reporters themselves, but rather towards the underlying system that perpetuates and demands such practices. This quote encapsulates an individual's discontent with the commodification of personal experiences for publicity purposes.

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By Jimmy Smits

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