Quote by Michael Caine
In the sixties, everyone you knew became famous. My flatmate was Terence Stamp. My barber was Vidal Sassoon. David Hockney did the menu in a restaurant I went to. I didn't know anyone unknown who didn't become famous.
Summary
The quote reflects the cultural atmosphere of the 1960s, a time when celebrity culture was widespread and accessible to almost everyone. The speaker emphasizes that even the people in their immediate social circle, such as their flatmate or barber, went on to achieve fame. This suggests that during this era, fame seemed attainable to anyone and that the speaker did not personally know any obscure individuals who did not eventually become famous. It highlights the pervasive influence of celebrities and the ubiquity of success in that particular time period.
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Famous
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