You lose your anonymity just like a helium balloon with a string. Therefore people are going to have their own opinion and they’re going to write in whatever clever manner they desire.

Meaning of the quote

When you become famous, it's like a helium balloon with a string - everyone can see you and know who you are. Because of this, people will have their own thoughts and feelings about you, and they'll write about you in whatever clever or interesting way they want.

About Kim Basinger

Kim Basinger is an acclaimed American actress who has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award. She started as a model and TV starlet before becoming a Bond girl and a major Hollywood star in the 80s and 90s. Basinger has starred in a wide range of films, from the erotic thriller 9 1/2 Weeks to the comic book adaptation Batman, and she won an Oscar for her femme fatale role in L.A. Confidential.

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