Picture a veteran movie actor on a theatrical stage. His fans have bought tickets to watch the play performance solely because he is starring in the play. Some have even fought over the seats in the auditorium because of him. Those who arrive early even stand the chance of obtaining autographs from the actor.
But when the actor makes his appearance on stage- something unexpected happens- he forgets his lines. The day that happens, that actor loses his stage credibility. No other director will risk his production's success on him.
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