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He is saying that meeting new people can feel awkward and pre-shaped, as if others already have a mental image of him before they truly know him. The comparison to a blind date suggests uncertainty and self-consciousness in first encounters. It also hints that being well-known changes ordinary social interactions.
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Originally said in English.
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About Michael J. Fox
Canadian and American actor and activist
Michael J. Fox is a Canadian and American actor and activist known for his work on screen and for public advocacy. He is also known as Michael Andrew Fox, and has had a long career across film and television. His honors include five Primetime Emmy Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, two Actor Awards, and a Grammy Award. He was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame in 2000 and the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2002, and was appointed a Companion of the Order of Canada in 2026.
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