The top 10 most inspiring quotes by Carroll O’Connor
- Some people thought we were presenting Archie as a false character. President Nixon thought we were making a fool out of a good man.
- My Irish derivation has nothing to do with me. Why should it?
- I do talk less now because the sound of my voice saying over and over the things I said years ago embarrasses and depresses me. Why do I say the same things over and over?
- Talent can be developed, gift is God-given. But artists have both.
- The wages of pedantry is pain.
- Sheer flattery got me into the theater. Flattery always works with me, particularly the flattery of women.
- Not all celebrities are dunces.
- Both my brothers became physicians and I, of course, wandered into a business where the undisciplined are welcome.
- Nations have come under the control of haters and fools.
- Those offers come in now and again. They’re not knocking down my door. I’m only an old character actor, and I’m not needed.
Carroll O’Connor, born August 2, 1924, in New York City, was an acclaimed American actor best known for his portrayal of Archie Bunker on the groundbreaking sitcom All in the Family (1971–1979). The role, which tackled controversial social issues with humor and heart, earned him four Emmy Awards and widespread recognition.
He continued the character in the spin-off Archie Bunker’s Place (1979–1983). O’Connor also starred as Police Chief Bill Gillespie in the drama In the Heat of the Night (1988–1995), winning a fifth Emmy for his performance. Before his television success, he acted in films such as Cleopatra (1963) and Kelly’s Heroes (1970).
Educated at the University of Montana and University College Dublin, O’Connor also had a strong stage background. After the tragic death of his son Hugh, he became an advocate for drug policy reform. Carroll O’Connor passed away on June 21, 2001, at the age of 76.
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