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What does it mean?
A remark suggesting that rumors about sexual orientation are a sign of significant public fame.
In plain terms
Rumors about you being gay mean you are very famous.
What can you take from it?
Fame invites scrutiny of personal details like relationships.

Where it applies

  • media attention
  • public life
  • interviews

Putting it to work

  • expect gossip
  • protect private life

Questions to consider

  • Does gossip prove success?
  • What should fame not include?

Another view

It reduces fame to gossip rather than talent.

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