Vincent Schiavelli quotes

Vincent Schiavelli was an American actor, recognized for his distinctive looks and character roles in film and television. Audiences remember him for memorable performances in movies such as "One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest" and "Ghost." He was also known for his work in theater and as a food writer. Here are 13 of his quotes:

My grandfather was a chef for a Baron in Sicily before he came to America. I grew up with him. I used to do my homework at one end of the kitchen table while he cooked at the other end.

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I had a wonderful time playing Dr. Kaufman in Tomorrow Never Dies. It was a real Bond villain, over the top, almost laughable but dangerous.

Vincent Schiavelli

You grow up in a Sicilian household, becoming an actor is not a big leap.

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Your face is your calling card, but you're not so famous that you can't go out.

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The eye condition that I have is Marfan's Syndrome.

Vincent Schiavelli

To be a Bond villain, you only get to do that once in your life. You never get to come back.

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I directed a piece of theater in Italy. We took nine fables from the town and we created a play.

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I get to meet a lot of people, and I really like people.

Vincent Schiavelli

I shot this wonderful picture called American Saint a couple of years ago, which is still looking for release.

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I have a second bedroom I don't use. I'm going to start the Second Bedroom Film Festival. You're all invited.

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My grandparents told endless stories about the town they were from. It became an almost mythic place.

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