Toby Stephens quotes

Toby Stephens is an English actor best known for his roles in film, television, and theatre. Notable performances include James Bond villain Gustav Graves in "Die Another Day" and Captain Flint in the series "Black Sails." He continues to impress audiences with his versatility and charisma on screen and stage. Here are 10 of his quotes:

That's the privilege of being a grandparent - they can indulge the children while parents have to be the bad guy. Grandparents can also be subversive and naughty with them. (Toby Stephens)
Growing up, I went to many schools, and I had to fit in to many different types of environments with totally different social groups. It helps me out as I move from job to job. View quote
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My parents' parents were regular working-class people. I ended up speaking in a certain way, and one gets sidelined into doing certain parts. I think that is really quite narrow-minded. View quote
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Screen is satisfying because it's so technical and mysterious. It's like playing roulette: you get a script, you think it's either great or naff, but you have no idea how it will really turn out. On stage, you are your own editor - and you get brief moments of grace, where suddenly you feel free. View quote
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I'm fair-skinned, so beaches are a bit boring for me. I'm either smeared in lotion or under a shade. However, I do love the sea - diving, swimming and snorkelling. View quote
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Places like the National Theatre or Sheffield, these great engines of theatre, make us cutting edge because they can be experimental. They can do plays that nobody else can afford to do in ways nobody else can afford to do. View quote
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I think all parts come with baggage unless it is a brand new play. If one was daunted by that, you would never do anything. View quote
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If I was to meet Lou Reed or Bob Dylan, I would be totally helpless. Writers and musicians make me feel completely starstruck. View quote
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I love Scotland, mainly for its landscape. I like walking, and it's a great place to go hiking. View quote
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Actors don't listen to each other. You're so obsessed with what you're saying or doing that the other person could be talking in Swahili and you wouldn't know. View quote
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