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Became Quotes

On the surprising paths that shape who we become.

This page focuses on stories of transformation, teenage obsessions that shaped a career, unexpected fame from a single role, and identities people never planned to take on. For related growth themes, see the After quotes page.

I'd love it if one of my songs became a hit.

Quotes by Aesop Rock

When I grew into a teenager, I became obsessed with Marlon Brando, Montgomery Cliff, and James Dean.

Quotes by William Forsythe

The microscopic world became my obsession.

Quotes by Willard Wigan

I became popular as Bua because of 'Comedy Nights with Kapil.'

Quotes by Upasana Singh

About Quotes

I unwittingly became sort of this anorexia spokeswoman.

Quotes by Tracey Gold

Literally overnight, I became an animator... and one that was well-known.

Quotes by Terry Gilliam

I became disillusioned with dance when I was 16 and started focusing on acting.

Quotes by Teri Polo

My sketchbook became everything to me.

Quotes by Steve Carr

I lived my 'Mom' character. I became Devaki.

Quotes by Sridevi

Acting Quotes

After I became Miss India, I was offered films.

Quotes by Shweta Menon

I became a Catholic against my will.

Quotes by Shusaku Endo

When I became sober, I was 27 and struggling as an artist.

Quotes by Shawn Colvin

Sreesanth became the cricketer that India knows by playing in the maidans of Kochi.

Quotes by S. Sreesanth

I remained associated with the Technische Universitat Munchen, where I became Professor in 1976.

Quotes by Robert Huber

Actor Quotes

I became a writer in spite of my environments.

Quotes by Robert E. Howard

Somewhere in the '60s, actors became wimps and basket-case psychotics.

Quotes by Paul Morrissey

Thanks to the Japanese and Geronimo, John Wayne became a millionaire.

Quotes by Pat Morita

I became vegetarian after 'Meat is Murder' in 1985.

Quotes by Mike Joyce

With me and basketball, it became part of me.

Quotes by Mike Krzyzewski

After Quotes

I became an actor so I didn't have to be myself.

Quotes by Mark Ruffalo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of 'becoming' do these quotes describe?
They cover a range of transformations, from a teenager's obsession with classic film stars to unexpectedly becoming a recognizable character or public voice on a sensitive health topic.
Is there a quote about fame from a TV role?
Yes, one speaker describes becoming popular through a specific comedy character, showing how a single performance can define public perception.
Do any quotes touch on health or advocacy?
One reflects on unintentionally becoming associated with anorexia awareness, highlighting how public figures sometimes take on roles they never sought.
Are these quotes mostly about careers in entertainment?
Several are, since performers often describe how early influences or single moments shaped who they became professionally, though the theme applies more broadly too.
Where can I read more about personal transformation?
The After quotes page offers related sayings on change and what comes next.

Each line shows how becoming something rarely follows a straight path. Visit About or Actor for more reflections on identity and change.