There's this common perception that having a famous last name is all you need. A surname may get you a meeting, but if there's no talent you won't get the part. (Lily Collins)

There's this common perception that having a famous last name is all you need. A surname may get you a meeting, but if there's no talent you won't get the part.

Lily Collins

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