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Actor Quotes

The craft, nerves, and quiet discipline of acting.

These actor quotes capture the appeal of the work itself over the discomfort of interviews, the rehearsal room as the real proving ground, and the personal risk of choosing acting as a career in the first place. See Character for more on building a role.

I was dissatisfied just being an actor.

Quotes by Stanley Tucci

I've always considered myself an actor first and foremost.

Quotes by Stanley Tucci

I think that 'Degrassi' really challenged its actors. I was on it for seven years, and it was one of my first jobs. I can't even watch the early episodes - they're so embarrassing! But I really do think I...

Quotes by Stacey Farber

I wanted to be Laurence Olivier, basically, to be a great classical actor, and also be able to do modern things.

Quotes by Stacy Keach

I wrote 'Actor' all on the computer. I didn't touch any instruments until I was in the studio. So while I had all these ornate arrangements, I didn't have any songs.

Quotes by St. Vincent

I am more comfortable in the actor's and writer's role than a director's.

Quotes by Sreenivasan

I was trained as a dramatic actor. I'm really excited to do some more dramatic stuff.

Quotes by Spencer Boldman

I'm not a celebrity. I don't call myself a celebrity. I'm an actor.

Quotes by Sophia Bush

When I think that I'm the only actor from South Korea to have worked with John Woo, it's really humbling.

Quotes by Song Hye-kyo

I'm an actor, coming from New York theater.

Quotes by Skeet Ulrich

I don't really view myself as an actor.

Quotes by Simon Bird

When I went to school - Pasadena Playhouse - we were taught that the obligation of the actor is twofold: to entertain and to educate.

Quotes by Sid Haig

Was I a successful father? Maybe not. Was I a successful husband? Probably not. Was I a successful actor? Probably not.

Quotes by Sid Haig

Humpty' was something I had to do. I had to stretch myself as an actor.

Quotes by Siddharth Shukla

It is very essential as an actor to be a perfectionist and have a knack for doing different roles over a period of time to keep their fans entertained.

Quotes by Sidharth Malhotra

I never planned to become an actor.

Quotes by Shweta Menon

I only want to be a versatile actor.

Quotes by Shweta Menon

I have a coach, but I'm not theater-trained or a technical actor.

Quotes by Sibel Kekilli

I'm a character actor at heart.

Quotes by Shuler Hensley

I'm really an actor first. I'd love to do more straight plays.

Quotes by Shuler Hensley

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these quotes reveal about the life of an actor?
They touch on the simple joy of the work itself, the contrast between acting and being interviewed, the importance of rehearsal, and how big a personal shift becoming an actor can be. For more reflections on identity, see our Being quotes.
Is there a quote about enjoying the work of acting itself?
Yes — it says, "One of the things I enjoyed the most is just working as an actor."
Does one quote compare acting to being interviewed?
Yes. It says, "I believe it's easier to be an actor. Somehow, interviewing seems to be intrusive on people's lives." For more on the craft of acting, check out our Character quotes.
Is there a quote about the importance of rehearsal?
Yes — it states, "The rehearsal is where it all happens for an actor." If you enjoy quotes about dedication to a craft, our Always quotes are worth a look.
Does one quote describe becoming an actor as a big life change?
Yes, it says, "My becoming an actor was a massive shift for me, and a terrifying one." For more on embracing big life changes, see our Good quotes.

Browse Being or Good for more perspectives on performance and identity.