'I Want to Disappear' — Linda Hamilton’s Candid Confession About Fame and Identity (And Why I Totally Get It)
Why the pressure to shine often makes us crave invisibility.
You know, reading about Linda Hamilton’s experience on the set of Osiris really hit home for me. She’s this legendary figure — the Sarah Connor from The Terminator — who basically redefined what a female action hero could be.
And yet, when people called her an icon during filming, she felt awkward and just wanted to disappear. I get that.
Linda rose to fame decades ago with The Terminator, becoming one of the most unforgettable faces in sci-fi history. But fame isn’t always a blessing; sometimes it feels like a heavy spotlight that you didn’t exactly ask for. She described one moment on set in an interview with People, saying:
"I’m standing at craft services and somebody goes, 'Oh my God, you’re Linda Hamilton. I didn’t know you were on this movie. You’re a legend. You’re an icon.' These words come out, and I’m like, 'No, no, no. I’m just playing one."'
That honesty really struck me. Even icons are still just people behind the scenes. And then she shared a thought that really stayed with me:
"I think I have a theory that we all want to stand out, or we want to disappear, and I’m more of the 'I want to disappear."'
Honestly, I think so many of us feel that way in today’s world obsessed with likes and followers. The pressure to be seen can be exhausting, and hearing someone like Linda admit she’d rather just fade into the background is somehow comforting.
To me, Linda Hamilton’s honesty makes her even more relatable and admirable. It’s a reminder that no matter how legendary someone is, they still just want to be themselves — and that’s something we can all respect.
