No matter what accomplishments you make, somebody helped you.
Meaning of the quote
No matter what amazing things you do, there was always someone who helped you get there. Even if you worked really hard and achieved a lot, you didn't do it all on your own. Someone, like your family, teachers, or friends, supported you along the way and played a part in your success.
About Althea Gibson
Althea Gibson was a pioneering African American tennis player who broke through racial barriers and became one of the greatest players of her time. She won 11 Grand Slam titles, including Wimbledon and the US Nationals, and was the first Black player to compete on the Women’s Professional Golf Tour.
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I always wanted to be somebody. If I made it, it’s half because I was game enough to take a lot of punishment along the way and half because there were a lot of people who cared enough to help me.
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