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Occupations of the rich and famous
A journalist reflects on how public figures and celebrities blur the line between work and fame. He cites Laurance Rockefeller Brooke Shields Rev Jackson Zsa Zsa Gabor Barbra Streisand Ross Perot and others, noting the public often wonders what these individuals actually do for a living. The piece questions how name recognition drives attention and influence.
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Laurance Rockefeller
Mr. Rockefeller
Brooke Shields
Forbes
Bob Hope
Michael Jackson
Star Ship
Rev
Jesse Jackson
Rainbow Coalition
Jesus
Waco
Mideast
Rev. Jackson
Zsa Zsa Gabor
Barbra Streisand
Ross Perot
Iran
United States