Bo Derek, known for her iconic role in the 1979 film "10," has opened up about why she decided to step away from Hollywood despite achieving blockbuster fame. During an appearance on Bill Maher's "Club Random" podcast, Derek shared that she felt like an "impostor" in the entertainment industry and lacked aspirations to be in films.

"People don't understand it," Derek said, referring to her choice to leave fame behind. "You know that expression, they would kill to do it, to be famous, to be in movies and not for some of us."

Derek has lived just north of Santa Barbara since 1981, embracing a life away from the limelight. Maher acknowledged her rare return to public attention by thanking her for being a guest on his show.

The actress also recalled her journey to becoming an icon and finding love with actor John Corbett. A side-by-side image of Derek from 1990 and 2026 highlights her enduring presence despite her long absence from Hollywood.

Derek's reflections provide insight into the personal reasons behind her departure from a career that many covet, emphasizing that fame was not her ultimate goal.

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