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When reflecting on the prospect of traveling back in time, Kennedy expressed a mix of intrigue and relief at living in the present. Learning about the realities faced by those in history sheds light on the challenges of various time periods, especially for women. From the constricting corsets of the Victorian era to the perilous fates that befell certain historical figures, she acknowledges the decidedly less glamorous aspects of the past.
"I don't want my head lobbed off by Henry VIII," she quipped, emphasizing the harsh realities that often accompany tales of romance and grandeur in historical narratives. Kennedy asserts that while history can be fascinating, the understanding of its darker facets can foster a keen appreciation for the privileges and advancements of contemporary life.