"And then, I do love my shopping, but actually, lounging is the big thing."
About Delta Burke
Delta Burke — Life and Legacy
Delta Burke is a prominent American actress and producer, celebrated for her role as Suzanne Sugarbaker on the television series 'Designing Women.' Her character, a strong-willed Southern belle, not only entertained audiences but also challenged stereotypes about women and body image. Burke's journey in Hollywood has been marked by her candid discussions about self-acceptance and confidence, particularly in an industry often fixated on unrealistic beauty standards. Burke's key ideas revolve around the importance of embracing one's true self. She has articulated that confidence is not merely about appearance but about inner strength and authenticity. In her words, she conveys that 'being true to yourself' is essential for happiness, a sentiment that resonates deeply with many. This perspective is particularly significant given her experiences with body image issues, which she has openly discussed, advocating for a more inclusive definition of beauty. Today, Delta Burke's quotes and insights continue to inspire individuals facing similar struggles with self-acceptance. Her emphasis on resilience and authenticity not only reflects her personal journey but also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of self-love in a world that often imposes narrow standards of beauty.
Quote collection
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"I don't like to be labeled as lonely just because I am alone."
"And we live in a French Quarter a lot of the time, in New Orleans. And the camaraderie of everybody there. Everybody takes care of each other."
"I wanted to be an actress, and I wanted to be a model."
"For me, it's like biking around the neighborhood, the walks and stuff, because I have never enjoyed the gym. Or I'll do, since I used to dance a lot, all the old dance exercises."
"I get in my golf cart with my dogs, I have five dogs."
"But I thought, I've just got to check out Hollywood, so I sent out pictures and resumes."
"I went through all my twenties thinking that I wasn't good enough."
"And I have to work so hard at talking positively to myself. If I don't, it's just real hard to get through the day, and I'll get really down, and just want to cry. My whole body language changes. I get more slumped over."
"I want to find a way to reach young women emotionally and also to start providing clothing for them so that they can wear the same things their thin friends can wear. I really want to do evening wear and prom dresses for these girls."
"For a while I was living in New Orleans for like 4, 5 years. I had just come back to town."
"I rode fire trucks, slid down fire poles, wore a lot of red, and made a lot of appearances. I've always had a special place in my heart for fire fighters."
"And sometimes, when you feel low on yourself, that's just when you have to go out there and be photographed or do a scene where you're hot stuff. You're always working on it."
"I was supposed to go to drama school and then go to New York and do theatre. But I grew up on all those fabulous movies and had read all the bold Hollywood books, and I thought I just had to take a look."
"Youre supposed to remember, and still forgive."
"If you want to say it with flowers, remember that a single rose screams in your face: 'I'm cheap!'"
"At the end. First start off and do your youth thing In Hollywood and then go to New York later. But it wound up being later, later than I thought it was going to be."
"I think so much depends on how you are feeling mentally and emotionally. I try to keep my head on tight, and try to feel good, and just go out there and not be afraid."
"A lot of women say that they want to get to feeling about themselves the way I feel, because when I'm on a roll, I'm hot, I'm really good. I try to tell them, I don't have a fix."
"Eve wasn't a size 6 and neither am I."