It sure looks good to see an honest-to-goodness audience after looking at you all for so long from the silver screen.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that Hattie McDaniel, an American actress, was happy to see real people in front of her instead of just seeing their images on the movie screen. She had been acting in movies for a long time, so it was nice to finally look at a live audience and interact with them directly.
About Hattie McDaniel
Hattie McDaniel was a pioneering African American actress, singer, and comedian. She made history as the first Black person to win an Academy Award for her role in Gone with the Wind. Despite facing racism and segregation, McDaniel left an indelible mark on Hollywood and paved the way for future generations of Black artists.
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