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Cousin Quotes

Quotes on cousins, family ties, and unexpected relations.

These cousin quotes mostly celebrate family connections, from filmmaking relatives to musicians who are actually cousins rather than brothers. One quote takes a much more serious turn, drawing a direct historical comparison between colonialism and slavery, a weighty subject also touched on in Elizabeth Holmes quotes.

My cousin Malcolm Lee is also a filmmaker.

Quotes by Spike Lee

Bret Hart is my cousin, I'm told. Didn't know that until I was, I don't know, 28, 25.

Quotes by Roddy Piper

Colonialism is the cousin of slavery.

Quotes by Chadwick Boseman

Carl, Dennis and Brian are brothers, and Mike Love's a cousin.

Quotes by Bruce Johnston

Frequently Asked Questions

Are all cousin quotes lighthearted family stories?
No, one quote uses the word cousin in a serious historical sense, directly linking colonialism to slavery as closely related systems.
Is there a quote about discovering a famous cousin?
Yes, one describes learning only later in life that a well-known wrestler was actually a cousin, a surprising family revelation.
Do any quotes mention cousins in a band or creative group?
Yes, one clarifies that some members of a group are brothers while one is actually a cousin, correcting a common misconception.
Why is the colonialism quote included among cousin quotes?
It uses 'cousin' metaphorically to describe a close, uncomfortable relationship between two historical systems of oppression.
What's a good way to use lighter cousin quotes?
They work well for family gatherings, reunions, or captions celebrating extended family bonds and unexpected discoveries.

This collection ranges from lighthearted family surprises to a pointed historical reflection, showing how varied the idea of cousin can be. See also Fey quotes.