one should never meet one's heroes

A form of never meet your heroes — It is unwise to seek personal acquaintance with people whom one has regarded with high esteem, as they often fail to fulfill one's expectations, resulting in disappointment.

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Meanings

proverb
  1. alternativeAlternative form of never meet your heroes.
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