Actors work and slave and it is the color of your hair that can determine your fate in the end.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that being an actor can be very hard work, and that something as simple as the color of your hair can greatly affect your chances of success in the acting industry. The quote implies that an actor's physical appearance, rather than their talent or effort, may ultimately decide their fate and determine their level of success.
About Helen Hayes
Helen Hayes was an acclaimed American actress who had an extensive career spanning over 80 years. She was known as the ‘First Lady of American Theatre’ and was the second person and first woman to achieve the prestigious EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) status. Helen Hayes was also the first person to win the Triple Crown of Acting and received numerous other prestigious awards and honors throughout her distinguished career.
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