Katherine Helmond quotes

Katherine Helmond was an American actress known for her roles in television sitcoms such as "Who's the Boss?" and "Soap." Her performances were celebrated for their wit and charm, making her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. She left a lasting impact through her versatile acting talent and memorable characters. Here are 10 of her quotes:

Women have been brought up to be passive, accepting, not come forward and play a major role in life. And with age, there's a tendency to revert to that - to pull back, recede. I don't think it's advisable or admirable. (Katherine Helmond)
I'd really like to show women my age - who've had children grow up or lost husbands or retired after working all their lives - that there are options. There are choices. We don't have to just sit around and be invisible. View quote
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The choice of roles as I grow older gets more and more limited, so if I pin myself to one kind of part I would get in trouble. So, these oddball ladies came along for me to do - I guess Terry Gilliam helped in this respect. I have found them more interesting, flashier and I get more mileage out of them. View quote
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I had TB as a child. So I was put to doing things like drawing and reading. And I was raised in a family where manners were important. Maybe that's why I seem so refined. View quote
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I went to Catholic school. Do as you're told; don't ask questions and you will be illuminated. View quote
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I was never ambitious to be a good actor. I just love doing it and I seem to be quite suited for it. View quote
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I grew up hearing about the walking undead. I had a fascination with it as a child. View quote
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I was very lucky with 'Soap' and 'Who's the Boss,' which was great fun, and then went on 'Coach' and 'Everybody Loves Raymond.' I've been truly blessed, and the work has all been fun and a joy. View quote
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Many times, when a director reads a script and wants somebody who says 'Far out', then they let me do what I want with it and that's usually more interesting for an actor. View quote
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A director recommended me for the role on 'Soap.' They said, 'She plays heavy roles, murderesses and the like.' He said, 'On stage, she could be very very funny. View quote
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