It's the place where my prediction from the sixties finally came true: 'In the future everyone will be famous for fifteen minutes.' I'm bored with that line. I never use it anymore. My new line is, 'In fifteen minutes everybody will be famous.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Warhol modifies his famous prediction to suggest fame is now faster and universal.
- In plain terms
- Everyone gets famous quickly now, not just for fifteen minutes.
- What can you take from it?
- Attention spans and access to fame have accelerated.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is modern fame different?
- What does being famous mean now?
Another view
Instant fame might not mean lasting impact or real success.
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