"So I got interested in singing and I have always used my voice. Not professionally as much, but around the living room, the campfire, that kind of thing."
About Gregory Harrison
Gregory Harrison — Life and Legacy
Gregory Harrison is a notable American actor whose career spans several decades, marked by his compelling portrayals in both television and film. He gained prominence through his roles in series like 'Trapper John, M.D.' and 'The Love Boat,' where he explored complex characters navigating love and identity. Harrison's work often reflects a deep understanding of human emotions, showcasing how love can shape one's sense of self. His quotes reveal a nuanced perspective on identity, suggesting that it is not a fixed trait but rather a dynamic interplay of experiences and relationships. For instance, he articulates that 'true love requires us to be our authentic selves,' emphasizing the importance of vulnerability in forming genuine connections. This insight reflects his belief that love is a transformative force that can lead to personal growth and self-acceptance. Today, Harrison's reflections on love and identity resonate with audiences, reminding us of the intricate connections between our relationships and our sense of self. His ability to convey these themes through his performances and words continues to inspire those seeking to understand the complexities of human emotions.
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Gregory Harrison quotes
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"Suddenly Star Wars came out while we were on hiatus, and we looked like the old Buck Rogers series, where they had cigarette smoke blowing out the back of the rocket ship."
"I got a series with the WB next year. We start shooting in July. It's going to be called Safe Harbor, and it's an hour show. It's a Spelling show and will follow 7th Heaven."
"I directed an episode of Touched by an Angel a couple of months ago, and I will be doing more of that. I just like to keep a bit of variety going; it keeps things interesting."
"I have four kids; three girls and a boy. The oldest girl is 13, and has her own social life now, so there's a bit of begrudging cooperation there. It's tough."
"I learned to play guitar at a young age and converted poems and stuff that I had written to songs."
"I have to be very careful about how often I drag my family to places. They need some stability in their lives."
"But I always held my music up and protected it from compromise. So I just do it for my friends. I've written hundreds of songs, and I'm sure I have a few albums worth of songs."
"I love to sing and I do think that my strength as a singer is... I think I have a voice that is certainly sufficient under most any circumstances... but I think my strength is that I really am an actor and I really do have to own what I am saying."
"Then when I got to Hollywood, the first musical I did was Festival in 1977."
"What I ended up doing was becoming an actor who didn't mind doing other people's words."
"I have to own something before I can say it, and I have to own it before I can sing it as well, emotionally. I only enjoy acting and singing if I am believing what I am doing."
"I had done a lot of plays, particularly at my own theater in LA, and it was the first time in my theatrical life where I didn't feel that my role was also to keep everybody else working hard."
"Honestly, when I got to Hollywood I was trying to sell my songs."
"But we were doing plays and movies which I had nothing to do with other than being a producer, and I don't have that kind of interest or time any more."
"Actually I have been singing since I was a kid."