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Some of the most famous books are the least worth reading. Their f

Some of the most famous books are the least worth reading. Their fame was due to their having done something that needed to be doing in their day. The work is done and the virtue of the book has expired. – Moliere

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It isnt false modesty when I say this, but although I am supposed to be a famous person it doesnt mean anything to me. I just sit at home and work. – Gyorgy Legeti

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Id die if I was Madonna. Id die. God, what a horrible way to live. And Michael Jackson! To be so famous and to feel so isolated. I feel so bad for them. I dont know how it feels, and I hope it never happens to me. – Alicia Silverstone

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You know, I think Jesus was famous and also in a lot of trouble because he always chose people over sort of established procedures. – Gene Robinson

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People hate me because I am a multifaceted, talented, wealthy, internationally famous genius. – Jerry Lewis

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