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Marilyn Monroe

I don't know if high society is different in other cities, but in Hollywood, important people can't stand to be invited someplace that isn't full of other important people. They don't mind a few unfamous people being present because they make good listene

Marilyn Monroe

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Marilyn Monroe is saying that in Hollywood, influential people only want to attend events where other influential people are also invited. They tolerate a small number of ordinary people because those individuals are good at listening and don't threaten their status.

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