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Acting Quote by John Leguizamo

“I keep my kids out of the whole business entirely. Allegra and Lucas are five and six and I'm not interested in them doing any acting at all. I don't want my kids in show business. I keep them as far away from my work as possible.” quote by John Leguizamo
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“I keep my kids out of the whole business entirely. Allegra and Lucas are five and six and I'm not interested in them doing any acting at all. I don't want my kids in show business. I keep them as far away from my work as possible.”

John Leguizamo

About This Quote

Source Interview: Talk show, 2020

He keeps his children away from acting to protect them from industry pressures.

In simple terms: Keeps kids out of show business to shield them.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize children's autonomy over parental ambition.

Themes

parenting career protectiveness boundaries

Mood

protective thoughtful

Type

personal family

When to use this quote

  • family decisions
  • career planning
  • child development
  • personal boundaries

Key Concepts

family values industry critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the risks of keeping children completely away?
  • How can you support their interests safely?
A Different Perspective

Children may benefit from exposure to arts under guidance.

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