With Companion' and Novocaine,' Jack Quaid Makes Comedy Painless
Briefly

Jack Quaid, the son of actors Dennis Quaid and Meg Ryan, reflects on his privileged upbringing and its impact on his identity. Acknowledging the assumptions others may have about him, Quaid reveals an acute awareness of the arrogance that privilege can foster. While he has occasionally played roles that utilize this arrogance, he expresses a desire to prove his own worthiness, separate from his parents' fame. As he promotes his latest projects, he articulates both appreciation for his upbringing and the challenges of living up to expectations.
Quaid admits that his upbringing came with privilege, remarking, "I can turn that arrogance on for auditions... I find myself apologizing for existing in rooms where people don't know me."
Reflecting on his privilege, Jack Quaid candidly states, "There is definitely a need to prove myself... Do I have any value outside of them?"
Quaid recognizes the impact of his background on his identity and career, saying, "The real Quaid is earnestly, acutely, even painfully aware of his privilege."
Despite his famous lineage, Quaid shows maturity: "Not to say I'm complaining," he clarifies, indicating his focus on carving out his own path.
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