"I think I'm actually in denial that I'm famous, it only sinks in when people crowd in the streets. My friends treat me like a regular person, which is what I wanted."

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Source: Girl's Life Magazine, 2007.

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Emma Watson

Actress, Activist

Emma Watson is an actress and activist known for her role in the Harry Potter series and her advocacy for gender equality through the HeForShe campaign.

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