Burt Reynolds quotes

Burt Reynolds was an American actor and director recognized for his charismatic screen presence and roles in numerous hit films. His career skyrocketed in the 1970s, with memorable performances in movies like "Deliverance," "Smokey and the Bandit," and "The Longest Yard." He became a cultural icon, known for his humor, charm, and lasting impact on Hollywood. Here are 11 of his quotes:

I can sing as well as Fred Astaire can act.

Burt Reynolds

You can only hold your stomach in for so many years.

Burt Reynolds

Marriage is about the most expensive way for the average man to get laundry done.

Burt Reynolds

When an actor marries an actress they both fight for the mirror.

Burt Reynolds

I've always gotten along well with Texans. You've got to.

Burt Reynolds

We're only here for a little while, and you've got to have some fun, right? I don't take myself seriously, and I think the ones that do, there's some sickness with people like that. That's why I live in Florida.

Burt Reynolds

I don't know why I think this, but maybe I've got my best work ahead. Maybe I'll be putting my teeth in the glass, and maybe it will be a very different kind of role, but I want to do something where I'm not driving a car or a truck, where it's real. Something that people wouldn't expect me to do. Probably a man in search of himself. But we're always searching for ourselves anyway.

Burt Reynolds

The moment you grab someone by the lapels, you're lost.

Burt Reynolds

Jay Leno is wonderful and a good friend, but it will always be the Carson show to a lot of people.

Burt Reynolds