Mercedes McCambridge quotes - page 2

Mercedes McCambridge was an American actress renowned for her work in radio, film, and television. She gained widespread acclaim for her powerful voice acting, most notably as the demon in "The Exorcist." She left an enduring mark with her Oscar-winning performance in "All the King's Men." Here are 43 of her quotes:

One of the cruelest judgments sustained against me is that I have spoken out as a recovered alcoholic to stimulate my acting career. (Mercedes McCambridge)
When I am rehearsing for a play, I try to read nothing that might distract my concentration from the work in progress. View quote
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I think The Exorcist was the hardest work I've ever done. View quote
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So many people have really wanted to die. They seem ashamed to say so. I think it would help if they would say so. View quote
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I never wanted a Guardian Angel. I didn't ask for one. One was assigned to me. View quote
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The great people I've met always have time for the niceties. View quote
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Only a certain breed of actor should ever even try to work for Orson Welles. I'm glad I'm one of that breed. View quote
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With two leftover husbands to account for, my wicked soul has just about shriveled and died. View quote
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Most people call me Mercy. I like it. View quote
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I have reached a state in life where I can buy a whole house full of chairs and can bump into them until they are black and blue. View quote
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I have always had a lot more trouble with my truths than with my deceits. (Mercedes McCambridge)
I'd stand in line for Confession with old people and little kids, and as the line moved up, I knew when I got into the box that I would lie! Again! View quote
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I've always had bronchitis. I've been administered the Sacrament of Death three times for it. View quote
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It is a remarkably beautiful piece of home furnishing, the Oscar. I used to keep it up in front of a mirror so that it looked like two. View quote
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There are zillions of people who say that alcoholism is a disease, but not many of them believe it. View quote
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I lose all control after two drinks of anything. View quote
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My name is real, which probably explains why I never became a superstar... how would that look in lights? View quote
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I don't think the Hollywood community is interested in what I can do. That's all right. I've never looked for a job in my life, and I'm not going to start now. I have plenty to keep me busy. View quote
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Occupation: American Actress
Born: March 16, 1916
Died: March 2, 2004
Quotes count: 43