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Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2024-03-03): What does "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken" mean? [...] Though often attributed to Oscar Wilde, there’s no definitive evidence that he actually said or wrote "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." The quote aligns with Wilde’s philosophical views on individualism and authenticity, as well as his critique of societal norms. Wilde, a 19th-century playwright, poet, and author, was known for his wit and advocacy for individual expression. Despite the lack of a direct source, the sentiment of the phrase is consistent with Wilde’s style and the values he championed. [...] - Personal Development: "Learning to ‘be yourself; everyone else is already taken’ has been transformative, encouraging me to face challenges with genuine self-expression."
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2017-06-26): There are dozens of these legitimate Oscar-isms, but there’s no evidence that he ever said "Be Yourself; Everyone Else is Taken." Indeed, Wilde dropped epigrams about personal identity into the dialog of some of his novels and plays, as well as referring to it (often obliquely) in essays. For the most part, he discussed this in terms of "being natural" and the tendency for people to wear masks to conceal the way they really are. [...] As you know, Oscar Wilde is one of history’s greatest quote magnets, and something as profound and witty as "Be Yourself; Everyone Else is Taken" was almost bound to be attached to him eventually. [...] Although the internet-driven "be yourself; everyone else is taken" quotation is usually thought of a humorous and witty way to encourage positive self-worth, Merton’s quote stresses warnings about the effects of concentrating excessively on one’s self. And, of course, by saying "I reserve the right to forget about being myself," Merton argued that we should think beyond "being yourself." A great many of his other writings deal with this conflict in human understanding and behavior — how to be yourself but not be obsessed with being yourself, and they make for very reflective reading
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2024-05-14): This quote from legendary Irish writer Oscar Wilde concludes with the reason why you should do it: (because) "everyone else is already taken"! [...] Be Yourself; Everyone Else is Already Taken - Meaning 1. We All Are Different Since Birth [...] That's the other reason why you should be yourself, because really everyone else is already taken.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2020-10-16): ON OCTOBER 16, 1854, Irish poet and playwright Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde was born to Anglo-Irish couple Jane, née Elgee and Sir William Wilde at 21 Westland Row, Dublin. [...] Wilde enduring his fair share of difficulties too. During his lifetime, he was put on trial for being gay, while he also died tragically, of meningitis while living in Paris. [...] circa 1884: Irish playwright, poet and novelist Oscar Wilde (1854 - 1900), author of 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' and 'The Importance of Being Earnest'. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2023-10-26): Ever heard the saying, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken?" It’s more than just a witty quote. It’s a reflection of the profound wisdom that encourages us to embrace our unique identities. But why is this so crucial? [...] Wilde himself led a life that epitomized the concept of being oneself. He challenged traditional beliefs and societal norms through his works and personal life, facing criticism and even imprisonment. His words "Most people are other people. Their thoughts are someone else’s opinions, their lives a mimicry, their passions a quotation." further emphasize the importance of staying true to one’s self. The Meaning Behind Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2023-12-11): Oscar Wilde, the famous Irish playwright, once stated, "Whenever people agree with me I always feel I must be wrong." This thought-provoking quote encapsulates the essence of Wilde’s unique perspective on life and showcases his deep understanding of human nature. At first glance, one might interpret this statement as an expression of Wilde’s self-doubt, suggesting that he questions his own opinions whenever they align with popular consensus. However, delving deeper into the quote reveals a more profound philosophical concept that forces us to question the very nature of truth and individuality. [...] Moreover, Wilde’s statement reminds us of the importance of individuality and the value of diverse perspectives. In a world where originality often takes a backseat to conformity, the quote serves as a rallying cry for those who dare to think outside the box. It encourages us to celebrate the courage to diverge from the herd and to embrace our authentic selves, even if it means dissenting from the prevailing wisdom. As Wilde famously said, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken."
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2024-05-15): Wilde’s quote emphasizes the value of embracing one’s true self and authenticity. It encourages individuals to resist the temptation of conforming to societal expectations or trying to imitate others. By urging us to "be yourself," the quote celebrates the uniqueness of each individual. It highlights the beauty and richness of diversity, recognizing that each person has their own distinct qualities and perspectives to offer. [...] Being oneself is an act of self-expression and self-acceptance. It involves honoring one’s values, beliefs, and passions without fear of judgment or comparison to others.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2017-03-13): Oscar Wilde was born in Westland Row, Dublin on October 16th, 1854 to an eminent surgeon, William Wilde and the famous nationalist poet, Lady Jane Wilde, known as Speranza (her Selected Poems were published in Dublin in 1900). He settled in London in 1879. In 1882 he embarked on a lecture tour of the United States, where he famously declared on his arrival that he had nothing to declare but his genius. In 1883 he visited Paris, where among others he met de Goncourt, Daudet, and Hugo. His play Vera was produced in New York the same year. In 1884, Wilde married Constance Lloyd, the daughter of a wealthy Dublin barrister, by whom he had two sons in 1885 and 1886. [...] On 27th of May 1895, Wilde was sentenced at the Old Bailey in London to two years hard labour on a charge of sodomy, arising out of his relationship with Lord Alfred Douglas, and instigated by Douglas’s father, The Marqess of Queensbury. Wilde was declared bankrupt in July of that year, and his wife and children changed their name and went to live on the continent. His mother died while he was still in jail in 1896. He was released from Reading Gaol on the 19th of May 1897 and went into exile in Berneval, France.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2019-08-27): FACT CHECK: Did Oscar Wilde Say, ‘Be Yourself; Everyone Else Is Already Taken’? An image shared on Facebook claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." [...] The Oscar Wilde Society Chairman Donald Mead confirmed to the DCNF in an email that the quote is not genuine, writing, "This is definitely not Oscar. It is all over the internet with no source."
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2019-10-01): Stepping Into Your Self [...] Every now and then, people say. I think that is, in general, good advice. Oscar Wilde (1854-1900), the Irish poet and playwright, is purported to have said, "Be yourself. That, too, is fairly sound advice. But suppose you were to wake up one day and realize that you don’t particularly care for the person you’ve become? Should you still strive to be yourself or should you strive to make some changes and be the person you think you ought to be? [...] Be yourself, but be the self that is fashioned by God. Don’t be the self fashioned by resentment, hatred or jealousy, drugs, alcohol or gambling or an unhealthy solicitousness for your children. Be the self in private that everyone loves in public, and if you fail, that’s no sin. The only sin is to think that change is impossible… And also answering someone else’s cell phone pretending to be someone you are not.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2015-11-30): In his well-received 1853 textbook, "Practical Observations on Aural Surgery and the Nature and Treatment of the Diseases of the Ear," Sir William warned of the infectious and deadly power of discharges from the ear: "…so long as otorrhoea [ear discharge] is present, we never can tell how, when, or what it may lead to." His son’s course of illness proves this morbid observation all too well. A middle ear infection and its subsequent spread to his brain may appear to be the best medical explanation for Oscar Wilde’s death. Others less medically inclined might say with equal conviction that he died of a broken heart and spirit. Regardless of the precise cause of his premature death on this day 115 years ago, we ought to praise "The Importance of Being Oscar." Every Oscar Wilde admirer has his or her favorite "Wilde witticism." One of his most enduring lines, however, might well serve as his credo: "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." Dr. Howard Markel writes a monthly column for the PBS NewsHour, highlighting the anniversary of a momentous event that continues to shape modern medicine.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2022-03-18): - I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work. Thomas A. Edison: American inventor and businessman - Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. Oscar Wilde: Irish poet and playwright - Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever. Mahatma Gandhi: inspired movements for civil rights and freedom across the world - We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars. Oscar Wilde: Irish poet and playwright - It is never too late to be what you might have been. George Eliot: English novelist, poet, journalist, translator and author - Everything you can imagine is real. Pablo Picasso: Spanish painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramicist and theatre designer - Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself. George Bernard Shaw: Irish playwright, critic, polemicist and political activist - Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. Winston Churchill: Prime Minister of the United Kingdom 1940-1945 and 1950-1955 - It's the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2019-01-17): The poet Mary Oliver died today. My favorite poem of hers is The Summer Day, so I copied it here. I especially love the last three lines. It’s a great reminder to pay attention to the details, to find pleasure in the little things, and to remember that we get just one precious life. It is uniquely ours. And we are each unique. So, as Oscar Wilde said, "Be yourself. Live authentically, with passion, and with love.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2016-04-26): Things You May Not Know About Oscar Wilde Oscar Fingal O’Flahertie Wills Wilde was an infamously brilliant playwright, author, and social activist. Oscar Wilde’s well-known legacy pervades his many published essays, plays and his novel The Picture of Dorian Gray. While Wilde was a larger-than-life figure in his time, due to his many witticisms and social standing, he is now regarded as one of the greatest producers of Irish literature. Here are fourteen little-known facts regarding Oscar Wilde’s life and literary presence. [...] Oscar Wilde is often credited with having once said the famous quote: ‘be yourself, everyone else is already taken.’ However, this was never proven and there is no evidence that he ever said this.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2024-02-09): Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde (16 October 1854 – 30 November 1900) was an Irish dramatist, essayist, novelist and poet. [...] - Conversation with André Gide in Algiers, quoted in letter by Gide to his mother (30 January 1895); popularized by Gide and often subsequently quoted in Gide's later work and in "Gide, André (1869-1951)" at Standing Ovations; the conversation was again recalled in Gide's journal of (3 July 1913), quoted in "André Gide's 'Hommage à Oscar Wilde' or 'The Tale of Judas'", Victoria Reid (University of Glasgow, UK), Chapter 5 in [Reception of Oscar Wilde in Europe], edited by Stefano Evangelista (8 July 2010) part of a Continuum series The Reception of British and Irish Authors in Europe, ISBN 978-1-84706005-1, pp. 98–99, also footnote 6 (p. 99), quoting 1996 edition of Gide's journal, pp. 746–47] [...] - Said about Absinthe. Quoted in "Letters to the Sphinx from Oscar Wilde: With Reminiscences of the Author" by Ada Leverson (London: Duckworth, 1930)
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2024-09-26): Do you know who said, ‘Be yourself; everyone else is already taken’? This is one of the famous Oscar Wilde quotes. The famous Irish poet and playwright Oscar Wilde wrote the philosophical fiction and gothic horror novel ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray.’ Have you heard of ‘The Oscar Wilde Award?’ Since 2005, this award honors performers who have a strong connection to both Ireland and the United States. It recognizes their contributions to cultural exchange between these two countries. [...] Oscar Wilde quotes invites us to see the world with a new perspective, challenging our assumptions and inspiring us to think deeply. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, humor, or simply a thought-provoking conversation starter, his words are sure to leave a lasting impression. As he once said, ‘I have nothing to declare except my genius.’ And indeed, his genius lives on through his timeless quotes.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2024-06-18): The problem today is that we all try to be a brand rather than ourselves. A quote such as "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken" is conveniently misattributed to Oscar Wilde; there is no evidence he ever said it — even though we have a cushion embroidered with the quote.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2020-09-01): Let’s return to MacNeice, and why this poem is a valuable history lesson about Irish identity. MacNeice himself was born in Belfast, to Protestant parents, and grew up in the very Unionist town of Carrickfergus. By all accounts, his father was bothered by the acute polemics of Northern Irish politics, but MacNeice was sent to school in England, and is usually associated with a very British clique of poets, including W.H. Auden and Cecil Day-Lewis. You may remember my previous blog on Seamus Heaney’s traditions, when I spoke about Shakespeare, Henry V, and the character of MacMorris, Shakespeare’s only Irish character, and I wrote about the liminal Irish identity – MacNeice is this, as was Oscar Wilde, William Allingham, and a host of other Irishmen who went to England, and were at odds with themselves. [...] So we’ve learnt a lot in those two short verses. There’s great craic happening somewhere, everyone in the village is going, except for one fellow, who is left behind. And we wonder why? The explanation is, I believe, not what we expect. [...] Surrounded by our pitchfork-armed claims.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2019-10-06): This thought obviously strikes a chord in our times. Wilde never actually said it, nevertheless it is one of his most famous sayings, along with another thing he never said "I have nothing to declare but my genius." [...] I once tweeted, in response to one of the corrections, that maybe we should just give up and let that be an actual thing Wilde said. [...] So Wilde didn’t say that.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2023-03-23): Speaking of the uniqueness of each person, the great Baptist preacher Charles Spurgeon said "after God makes a man he breaks the mold." And the great Irish poet and playwright Oscar Wilde quipped, "Be yourself. By all accounts, Jack Dorsey is a one-of-a-kind person, his particularity oozes out in everything he does, especially his art. A stroll through his 8rd Birthday Art Auction is a window into what the medieval theologian John Duns Scotus called "thisness" and the British poet Gerard Manley Hopkins terms "inscape," the individuality and uniqueness of each person.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2013-10-27): Everybody Else Is Already Taken by James Preller "To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." [...] In doing so, we all become far more likely to allow others the freedom to be their selves. [...] Or, if you prefer, Oscar Wilde: "Be yourself. Everybody else is already taken."
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2023-04-12): Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind. — Bernard M. Baruch, American financier, statesman, philanthropist
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2023-05-22): So living and working as an innovative black sheep requires the courage to be disliked by at least half of the people you encounter. But if you try to please everyone, you end up pleasing no one, least of all yourself. So follow the advice of the Irish playwright Oscar Wilde: "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken."
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2024-10-09): As the Irish poet and playwright Oscar Wilde wrote, "Be yourself. No one can be you, and you cannot be anyone else. You may learn from other peoples’ styles but never mimic them. If your favorite speaker is crisp and concise, model your speech after their approach, but don’t try to fill their shoes. Otherwise, you might sound phony or affected. You can ask friends or fellow club members for their opinions, but your writing or speaking has to sound like you.
Claim: claims that Irish playwright Oscar Wilde once stated, "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." (Viral Quote, 2019-08-12)
Evidence (2024-10-02): Oscar Fingal O'Fflahertie Wills Wilde[a] (16 October 1854 – 30 November 1900) was an Irish poet and playwright. After writing in different forms throughout the 1880s, he became one of the most popular playwrights in London in the early 1890s. He is best remembered for his epigrams and plays, his novel The Picture of Dorian Gray, and his criminal conviction for gross indecency for homosexual acts. [...] Oscar Wilde was born[5] at 21 Westland Row, Dublin (now home of the Oscar Wilde Centre, Trinity College), the second of three children born to an Anglo-Irish couple: Jane, née Elgee, and Sir William Wilde. Oscar was two years younger than his brother, William (Willie) Wilde. [...] - ^ "Testimony of Oscar Wilde". Famous Trials. UMKC School of Law. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
Claim: McDonald’s will give two free Big Mac meals to everyone who shares a specific link (Viral, 2020-04-04)
Evidence (2020-04-04): The link appears to be a scam. A spokesperson for McDonald’s confirmed that the coupon is “not a legitimate offer.”
Claim: McDonald’s will give two free Big Mac meals to everyone who shares a specific link (Viral, 2020-04-04)
Evidence (2020-04-03): In March 2020, Facebook posts circulating online offered free coupons supposedly good for two free Big Mac Meals for a month from outlets of the McDonald's fast food chain: [...] Like innumerable other "free merchandise" offers on Facebook (including previous examples targeting McDonald's customers), this offer was a common form of scam. [...] These types of viral "coupon" scams often involve websites and social media pages set up to mimic those of legitimate companies. Users who respond to those fake offers are required to share a website link or social media post in order to spread the scam more widely and lure in additional victims. Then those users are presented with a "survey" that extracts personal information such as email addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and even sometimes credit card numbers. Finally, those who want to claim their "free" gift cards or coupons eventually learn they must first sign up to purchase a number of costly goods, services, or subscriptions.
Claim: McDonald’s will give two free Big Mac meals to everyone who shares a specific link (Viral, 2020-04-04)
Evidence (2024-10-03): Now, McDonald's is bringing the Chicken Big Mac to restaurants nationwide starting Oct. 10 for a limited time while supplies last. Pricing is determined by individual market. The offering features the same signature Big Mac toppings (minus the onions) – special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and a sesame seed bun – but includes two tempura-battered chicken patties in lieu of two all-beef patties. [...] To promote the Chicken Big Mac, McDonald’s has recruited streamer/YouTuber Kai Cenat and his friends to answer whether the Chicken Big Mac is actually a Big Mac on his Twitch channel. Cenat has 13.4 million followers on Twitch, making him one of the most subscribed streamers of all time on the channel. The Chicken Big Mac launch comes as McDonald’s works to turn around a rare same-store sales decline from last quarter as lower-income consumers pull back from dining out. The company launched its $5 Meal Deal in late June, which has helped generate traffic, prompting an extension of the promotion through December. Reports have shown the Meal Deal has also helped McDonald’s gain some market share in this promotional environment.