It stirs up envy, fame does. People…feel fame gives them some kind of privilege to walk up to you and say anything to you–and it won't hurt your feelings–like it's happening to your clothing.
— Marilyn Monroe Modern

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Interview, discussing the downsides of fame.

Date / Period

1962

Category

Controversial

Source

https://www.theguardian.com/film/2007/sep/14/greatinterviews.marilynmonroe

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