Lucy Lawless quotes

Lucy Lawless is a New Zealand actress, best known for her iconic role as Xena in the television series "Xena: Warrior Princess." Her charismatic performances and strong screen presence have earned her international acclaim. She continues to be a prominent figure in film, television, and environmental activism. Here are 23 of her quotes:

Growing up, I looked up to real women. I didn't go in for hero worship and I still don't. Everybody has feet of clay. (Lucy Lawless)

My voice likes rock music. My problem is, I can do a lot of things, but I have to find my own voice.

Lucy Lawless

So yes, the roles are getting more and more like me. But that's because Xena was so entirely unlike me. Most people aren't really aware of that.

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At first, being a female role model really terrified me. But it hasn't turned out to be an awful burden. I get a lot of letters from women who tell me that, after watching Xena, they have bought the Harley-Davidson they always wanted or left an abusive relationship.

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Up until I came here this week, and I met so many women and young girls who feel, to use their word - and I'm a bit embarrassed, but it's a good word - empowered, by watching. I realized this isn't a burden, this is an honor.

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When you decide to become an opera singer, it's a commitment that allows nothing else to interfere. Even your family - and I have a young daughter - has to take second place.

Lucy Lawless

Feminists might identify with me because I'm unapologetic in what they think is a male-dominated world ... no, I guess, what is a male-dominated world.

Lucy Lawless

They either overcompensate for the way they feel and are incredibly sycophantic or incredibly brusque in order to prove they don't think you're superior.

Lucy Lawless

It took me a long time to adjust and narrow down my life. I made my shift to the mind-set ... there's time for my daughter outside work and that's all. This is my new life. This is not drudgery. This is fun.

Lucy Lawless

The role was very physically challenging and I am not athletic and have never wanted to be. I hate it in fact. I don't go to gyms and for me to have to stay in shape for the role became mind over matter.

Lucy Lawless

I never thought I'd be an action star, but now they're going to make little Xena action figures for kids. I still want to be a fine actress one day; it's just a matter of putting in the time and passion. (Lucy Lawless)

For the first time in my life, I put my body and reputation on the line to stand up for my beliefs and do the right thing. I hope I've encouraged other people to do the same.

Lucy Lawless

Treat everyone the same until you find out they're an idiot.

Lucy Lawless

What's Buffy got? A wooden stake, some garlic. Xena has a full arsenal of weapons.

Lucy Lawless

My plan is to shock people with what I can do, because I've got a few sides to me that I've never used on screen.

Lucy Lawless

I'm gonna walk off wearing the outfit and I'm going to drive home in it.

Lucy Lawless

They're also surprised I'm only 6 feet tall. They expect someone much bigger. They say I'm younger and prettier in person, which I like.

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Lucy's got two feet on the ground; she's very, very strong and yet has a wonderful soft side that she reveals here. She's a dream to work with.

Lucy Lawless

We live at the edge of the world, so we live on the edge. Kiwis will always sacrifice money and security for adventure and challenge.

Lucy Lawless

I was black and blue for about two years, but it's paid off tremendously. You know, if you get enough whacks, your reflexes pick up, and I've become quite good - if somebody throws keys or something, I can catch them.

Lucy Lawless

I am waiting for a sign that will indicate to me what meaning I must give to my life, but right now my existence is satisfactory. (Lucy Lawless)

We actually did quite a lot of comedy on 'Xena'. The whole show was very tongue-in-cheek.

Lucy Lawless

I get to do all these really nice, little culty things. It seems to be the world that keeps inviting me back.

Lucy Lawless

Lucy Lawless

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Occupation: New Zealander Actress
Born: March 29, 1968
Quotes count: 23
Wikipedia: Lucy Lawless

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