Believe Quote by Kurt Fuller
![“I am not a member of the chamber of commerce for show business, believe me, but there are some really good people in the business, and [Tom] Hanks has this everyman decency onscreen, but he actually is that guy.” quote by Kurt Fuller](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b01/kurt-fuller-12139_believe_i-am-not-a-member-of-the-chamber-of-comm_68948.jpg)
“I am not a member of the chamber of commerce for show business, believe me, but there are some really good people in the business, and [Tom] Hanks has this everyman decency onscreen, but he actually is that guy.”
About This Quote
The speaker distinguishes personal affiliation from admiration, highlighting that Tom Hanks embodies relatable, genuine decency both on and off screen.
In simple terms: Contrast between affiliation and admiration.
Key Takeaway
Hanks' authenticity transcends professional labels.
Themes
authenticity
celebrity culture
personal integrity
public perception
humanism
Mood
admiring
reflective
Type
observation
testimonial
When to use this quote
- film criticism
- media interviews
- celebrity endorsements
- public speaking
- personal branding
Key Concepts
celebrity image
character assessment
social trust
Practical Applications
- celebrity analysis
- character studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal authenticity affect public perception of a celebrity?
- What role does 'everyman' appeal play in an actor's career longevity?
![“They [Tom Hanks and Paul Newman] were simply always high level masters, and taught me as a kid actor never to be an a*shole to anybody, because it would be very tough to get past where they are.” quote by Tyler Hoechlin](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d71/tyler-hoechlin-14575_actors_they-tom-hanks-and-paul-newman-were-simp_427683.jpg)
![“Paul Michael Glaser was very nice to me, and I was again told, "Do less and less and less and less." And I still was bad! I can't believe I kept getting hired after some of these things I did! It's baffling to me. I'll go back and look at it, and I can't even watch it [Running man film].” quote by Kurt Fuller](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/8d6/kurt-fuller-12139_believe_paul-michael-glaser-was-very-nice-to-me_514077.jpg)
