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Chris Rock

Sometimes people offer you plays, they offer you parts, but they only offer it because I'm famous.

Famous

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Chris Rock is saying that some people give him acting opportunities not because of his talent but simply because he is well-known. He implies that fame can be the main reason behind certain offers rather than genuine recognition of skill.

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