American author, poet and civil rights activist Dr. Maya Angelou famously corrected a young woman who addressed her simply by her first name during a 1990 television programme.
Angelou responded firmly, reminding the woman of her age and the respect she expected in the interaction.
“I’m not Maya. I’m 62 years old. You have no license to come up to me and call me by my first name.”
The moment has continued to resonate with audiences, with many viewing it as a lesson in respect, boundaries and social etiquette.
Angelou, who became one of America's most influential literary and cultural figures, was known for speaking openly about dignity, self-respect and the importance of treating others with consideration.
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