Carrie Coon quotes

Carrie Coon is an American actress recognized for her compelling performances in television, film, and theater. Her work includes acclaimed roles in "The Leftovers," "Fargo," and "Gone Girl." She continues to earn praise for her versatility and depth as a performer. Here are 6 of her quotes:

I have this idea of myself as this quiet, observant, thoughtful child, which my parents roundly contradict. They claim that I was loud and bossy and dancing all the time. (Carrie Coon)

I'm a middle child, and I'm pretty diplomatic: the peace-maker.

Carrie Coon

I think there's a danger in how we can get addicted to the things that reaffirm to us who we are. For example, Facebook; people who make these Facebook posts about what's happening to them, just so people will chime in and give them positive reinforcement.

Carrie Coon

I think women have long been defined by their roles as procreators and wives, and we're expected to serve, take care of, say 'Yes,' and not ruffle any feathers. Women, in particular, are sometimes not allowed to consider who they are outside of the roles that they play.

Carrie Coon

The women I know are smart, interesting people who aren't just there to service the men's stories, so I don't know why our art continues to do that.

Carrie Coon

Being a literature major, you know, I'm very familiar with the ways symbolism is used in our sort of mythic tales of society, so anyone who is consciously trying to pull that off I think is really interesting and clearly very smart.

Carrie Coon

Carrie Coon

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Occupation: American Actress
Born: January 24, 1981
Quotes count: 6

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