I consider it probably one of the biggest honors to be in the Academy. There are only like 1300 actors in it, and as far as I know, you’re a member for life. To this day, I’m wondering how lucky I was.
Meaning of the quote
Being part of the Academy is a huge honor for actors. There are only around 1,300 actors who are members, and once you're in, you stay a member for the rest of your life. The actor, William Sanderson, feels very lucky to be a member of the Academy.

About William Sanderson
William Sanderson is a retired American actor best known for his roles in the film Blade Runner and the TV shows Newhart, Deadwood, and True Blood. He has had a long and successful career in both film and television.
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