Stinging!
During a rehearsal with an uppity actress, John Barrymore made some harsh remarks about her acting ability. The actress drew herself up and shrieked: “I want you to remember I am a lady!” John made a long, sweeping bow and came up with the rapier reply: “Madam, I shall respect your secret!”
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Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 14, Issue 82, 6 January 1950, Page 5
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53Stinging! Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 14, Issue 82, 6 January 1950, Page 5
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