--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The best thing about it is that she…" description: "\"The best thing about it is that she [Sophia Loren] is the most normal person, and I have the utmost admiration and love for her. I know that she is an ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/295/sasha-alexander-18745_absolutes_the-best-thing-about-it-is-that-she-soph_1836933.jpg" --- # The best thing about it is that she \[Sophia Loren\] is the… ![“The best thing about it is that she [Sophia Loren] is the most normal person, and I have the utmost admiration and love for her. I know that she is an icon and an absolute legend, but as a family member, the most beautiful thing is that she is really, really normal.” quote by Sasha Alexander](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/295/sasha-alexander-18745_absolutes_the-best-thing-about-it-is-that-she-soph_1836933.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/295/sasha-alexander-18745_absolutes_the-best-thing-about-it-is-that-she-soph_1836933.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/295/sasha-alexander-18745_absolutes_the-best-thing-about-it-is-that-she-soph_1836933.jpg) > “The best thing about it is that she \[Sophia Loren\] is the most normal person, and I have the utmost admiration and love for her. I know that she is an icon and an absolute legend, but as a family member, the most beautiful thing is that she is really, really normal.” [Sasha Alexander](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/sasha-alexander/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Admiration for a public figure’s humanity, highlighting that fame does not preclude normalcy and personal connection. **In simple terms:** Even legends can be ordinary and relatable. Key Takeaway Value authenticity in relationships. Themes celebrity humility family Mood warm reflective Type observational personal When to use this quote - family gatherings - media interviews - personal mentorship Key Concepts iconicity relatability Questions to Reflect On - What does normality mean to you in a famous person? - How does authenticity affect admiration? 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