30 Quotes by Cary Grant
Cary Grant, an iconic Hollywood actor, epitomizes the suave and sophisticated leading man of the golden era of cinema. With his charm, wit, and distinctive accent, Grant became one of the most beloved and enduring stars of the silver screen. His versatile performances across various genres, from romantic comedies like "Bringing Up Baby" and "The Philadelphia Story" to thrillers like "North by Northwest," showcased his remarkable acting range.
Grant's on-screen chemistry with leading ladies such as Katharine Hepburn, Ingrid Bergman, and Grace Kelly added to his charismatic appeal and earned him a devoted fan following. Beyond his talent as an actor, Grant was known for his professionalism and dedication to his craft. Despite a troubled upbringing and personal challenges, he maintained an aura of grace and sophistication throughout his career. Cary Grant's influence on cinema endures, and his legacy as a true Hollywood legend continues to inspire actors and movie enthusiasts worldwide.
Cary Grant Quotes
My formula for living is quite simple. I get up in the morning and I go to bed at night. In between, I occupy myself as best I can.
There's no point in being unhappy about growing older. Just think of the millions who have been denied the privilege.
Destiny is not necessarily what we get out of life, but rather, what we give.
To succeed with the opposite sex, tell her you're impotent. She can't wait to disprove it.
Simplicity, to me, has always been the essence of good taste.
It is the law of life that if you are kind to someone you feel happy. If you arecruel you are unhappy. And if you hurt someone, you will be hurt back.
When people tell you how young you look, they are also telling you how old you are.
Sometimes angels rush in where fools fear to tread.
All it takes are a few simple outfits. And there's one secret - The Simpler The Better
One pretends to do something, or copy someone or some teacher, until it can be done confidently and easily in what becomes one's own style
Probably no greater honor can come to any man than the respect of his colleagues.
We should all just smell well and enjoy ourselves more.
It takes 500 small details to add up to one favorable impression.
I may not have married for very sound reasons, but money was the least of them.
Insanity runs in my family. It practically gallops.
It`s important to know where you`ve come from so that you can know where you`re going. I probably chose my profession because I was seeking approval, adulation, admiration and affection.
You know I have about the same interest in jewelry as I have in politics, horse racing, modern poetry, and women who need weird excitement – none.
Do your job and demand your compensation - but in that order.
My father used to say, 'Let them see you and not the suit. That should be secondary.'
We have our factory, which is called a stage. We make a product, we color it, we title it and we ship it out in cans.
There must be something between us, even if it's only an ocean.
Dying's tough - but not as tough as comedy.
I'm a fatheaded guy, full of pain. It tore me up not having you.
Divorce is a game played by lawyers.
If you want to be an actor, my advice is to learn your lines and don't bump into the other actors.
A shot of brandy can save your life, but a bottle of brandy can kill you.
It's better to buy one good pair of shoes than four cheap ones.
The only really good thing about acting in movies is that there's no heavy lifting.
There are only seven movie stars in the world whose name alone will induce American bankers to lend money for movie productions, and the only woman on the list is Ingrid Bergman.
Ah, beware of snobbery; it is the unwelcome recognition of one's own past failings.
Nature eventually has her own way, so perhaps the best procedure is to accept what old Mother Nature or God, if you will, dictates. Accept it and you'll get along better.
I've often been accused by critics of being myself on-screen. But being oneself is more difficult than you'd suppose.
To write an autobiography, you've got to expose other people. I hope to get out of this world as gracefully as possible, without embarrassing anyone.
Everyone tells me I've had such an interesting life, but sometimes I think it's been nothing but stomach disturbances and self-concern.
― Cary Grant Quotes
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