229 Quotes by Lauren Bacall

I always thought I had crooked eyebrows and crooked teeth. That’s why I never understood why people called me a beauty.

I’ll miss Hollywood. Of the twenty friends I thought I had, I’ll miss the six I really had.

The purity of Jewish upbringing – the restrictions that one carries through life being a ‘nice Jewish girl’ – what a burden.

The biggest misconception people have about me is that I’m in control of every situation. I’m rarely in control of any situation.

I’ve always felt that work – learning from people who know more than I know – is what keeps you going.

Find me a man who’s interesting enough to have dinner with and I’ll be happy.

After the age of 30 in the movie profession, you’re pretty well over as far as the casting people are concerned.

Generally women are better than men – they have more character. I prefer men for some things, obviously, but women have a greater sense of honor and are more willing to take a chance with their lives.

Being a liberal is the best thing on earth you can be. You are welcoming to everyone when you’re a liberal. You do not have a small mind.