"I fell in love with Erica Kane the summer before my freshman year of high school. Like all red-blooded teen American boys, I'd come home from water polo practice and eat a box of Entenmann's Pop'Ems donut holes in front of the TV while obsessively fawning over 'All My Children' and Erica, her clothes, and her narcissistic attitude."
About Andy Cohen
Andy Cohen — Life and Legacy
Andy Cohen is a prominent television producer and host, best known for his role as the executive producer and host of 'Watch What Happens Live.' His unique approach to celebrity culture and reality television has made him a significant figure in the entertainment industry. Cohen's quotes often reflect his candidness and commitment to authenticity, as seen in his assertion that 'I think that we all have a little bit of a performer in us.' This perspective emphasizes the universal nature of self-expression, suggesting that everyone has the potential to showcase their true selves, especially in social contexts. Cohen's philosophy challenges the often superficial nature of fame, advocating for a more genuine connection between public figures and their audiences. His quote, 'I love to be able to be myself,' encapsulates his belief in the power of authenticity, highlighting that true happiness comes from embracing one's identity. By openly discussing the complexities of fame, he encourages others to navigate their public personas with honesty and integrity. Today, Cohen's insights remain relevant as they resonate with a culture increasingly focused on authenticity and self-acceptance. His ability to blend humor with serious discussions about fame and identity continues to influence how audiences engage with celebrity culture.
Quote collection
Andy Cohen quotes (page 1 of 5)
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"Follow your passion. Be yourself, but check yourself before you wreck yourself."
"McDonalds used to be my favorite place to eat, until my metabolism changed in my late 30s. Before that, I would have no hesitation about walking into McDonalds and getting two cheeseburgers and fries and enjoying every last bite."
"The Internet is for haters. Everyone wants to knock somebody down, but it's cool."
"I wanted to tell a dream-come-true story about going from a closeted gay kid who loved pop culture to an out adult man making pop culture. I went from being told when I was 21 that I should never go on TV because of my crossed eyes to winding up being a 'Housewives' whisperer and talk-show host."
"I'm big on being positive. I'm generally so positive and happy. I just always felt that I was exactly where I wanted to be. And things have continued to go in great directions."
"The one guiding principle over my 23-year career in TV has been as long as I'm having fun, I really don't care what the job title is."
"I talk, watch TV, spout opinions, schmooze, negotiate, talk some more, play games, and have a little cocktail."
"I always wanted to be an anchorman, but after college I wound up working behind the scenes at CBS News for 10 years."
"I will be the 43-year-old guy in the jumpsuit. In my estimation and my image of myself is that I am 23 and can get away with it. If I didn't have the show, I would be in one right now. It would be denim, but I love a terry."
"If you look at the people who make up the Bravo landscape from Jeff Lewis to Rachel Zoe and Padma Lakshmi and Tabatha Coffey and the 'Millionaire Matchmaker,' these are very strong personalities that people love to watch and that you... don't see anywhere else."
"Like when I host a party. I hope my guests get along. But if not, how interesting!"
"In the case of 'The Housewives,' I call the 'Housewives' sociology of the rich. I think it's just fun to watch. It's guilt-free gossiping that you can have. It's like the modern-day soap opera, in my mind."
"I never say I work in television, I say I get to work in television."
"Candy Crowley's hair is PERFECT!!"
"You know, we've got so much on Bravo and coming up on Bravo, and I think we have so much more going on than 'The Real Housewives.' And I think 'The Real Housewives' is a great, you know, great addition to the portfolio. I think it brings a lot of viewers under our umbrella. And I think they stay and sample other shows."
"In all seriousness, the first book [The Andy Cohen Diaries: A Deep Look at a Shallow Year] was such a love letter to Wacha, that I think people will be interested and surprised to see that I had some challenges with him in year two."
"I learned a great deal about myself, and it forced me to be introspective in a way that I'm not typically, but "reporting" on my own life became emotionally exhausting."
"I would like a boyfriend. I'm a very happy person and it is the final, final piece of the puzzle. I'm looking for that shout-it-out-from-the-mountaintops, fall-in-love person."
"Dreams are really boring, but every so often I threw in a doozy."