Mercedes McCambridge



Mercedes McCambridge (March 16, 1916 – March 2, 2004) was an American actress of radio, stage, film, and television.

Quotes

 * You could be anything in front of that microphone, and that is what was expected of you.
 * Mercedes as a radio star in the 1930s.
 * I believe we should learn to appreciate our loneliness, loneliness is marvelous.
 * Mercedes speak on loneliness in the 1980s.
 * An honest look because one of the things a recovered alcoholic must learn is honesty. I have to live with myself.
 * Mercedes speaking on her recovery in 1981.
 * 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."
 * Mercedes speak on Hollywood in an interview in 1981.
 * I think there is a genetic factor involved [...] If there is a history of alcoholism in your family, watch it.
 * Mercedes speak on the history of alcoholism in family in 1981.
 * I feel that the people who pushed me the most, including the teachers, are the ones who made the greatest impression on me and loved me the most.
 * Mercedes speak on those that pushed her the most in 1992.

Quotes about Mercedes McCambridge

 * She's an actress. . . . She was a little bit Irish. And she decided she wanted to be two years younger.
 * Ruppert describe the actress in 2004.
 * At some point in life, she began giving her birth date as St. Patrick's Day 1918.
 * Ruppert speak on the actress's birth date in 2004.