I think he's for real, too... which is why I find him interesting. He's said a lot of things that resonate. We're the exact same age, so I can relate.

In a parallel universe, I watched one of his college theater performances, recognized and admired his talent long before he got famous, and got into a deep discussion after one of the plays. Then we kept in touch over the years as I continued to tell him that he'd strike it HUGE someday, and after the breakthrough success of Star Trek, I sent him a box of Kirk Waffles and said, "Told you so!"

So... don't be distressed about your little fantasy. Mine is far more convoluted.