"I grew up as a very sarcastic person. I was always the class clown, and to date girls I had to be really funny. I was really skinny growing up."
About Kurt Fuller
Kurt Fuller — Life and Legacy
Kurt Fuller is an accomplished American actor and producer recognized for his diverse roles in film and television. His work often delves into the complexities of identity and authenticity, reflecting his own experiences in the entertainment industry. Fuller’s perspective on fame is particularly insightful; he acknowledges its seductive nature while warning against the dangers of losing oneself in the quest for public validation. He articulates this sentiment in his quote, 'You have to be true to yourself,' which underscores the necessity of self-acceptance in achieving genuine success. Fuller’s approach to acting is grounded in the belief that 'Acting is about being real.' This philosophy highlights his commitment to authenticity, suggesting that true emotional resonance in performance stems from a place of honesty. By embracing vulnerability, he argues, actors can forge deeper connections with their audiences. His reflections on personal growth reveal a nuanced understanding of the struggles inherent in self-expression, emphasizing that overcoming these hurdles is essential for a fulfilling life. Today, Kurt Fuller’s insights continue to resonate, reminding us of the importance of authenticity in a world often driven by superficiality. His quotes serve as a guiding light for those navigating the complexities of identity and the challenges of being true to oneself.
Quote collection
Kurt Fuller quotes (page 1 of 3)
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"The best thing to do, if you really want to be good, is drink vodka all day, from the second you get up to the second they say, "Cut!""
"I was a terrible actor, and that's why I got the job: I would allow myself to be so bad that I lowered and got down to WWF standards."
"I suppose there are a lot of people who'd kill to have my career, but I still feel like a fan."
"I am not a member of the chamber of commerce for show business, believe me, but there are some really good people in the business, and [Tom] Hanks has this everyman decency onscreen, but he actually is that guy."
"Do less than you ever thought it was possible to do."
"Probably my favorite job that I've ever had and probably will have - although I'm reserving judgment on 'Manhattan Love Story,' Tuesday nights at 8:30 on ABC, because it's pretty fun so far - is 'Psych,' which I did for four or five years."
"I always liked to go to Vancouver to shoot, because I think Vancouver's a beautiful city."
"I would go to these 'Supernatural' conventions because, well, one, it's like going to your own version of Disneyland. You're adored for an hour or whatever, and then you walk out and you're nobody again, but, boy, when you're there, it must be what it's like to be Brad Pitt all day, you know? You're the best thing going. And it pays pretty well, too! But I was concurrently loved and hated by everybody, because the suspension of disbelief is, uh, pretty high among 'Supernatural' fans."
"It's never good to just imitate somebody. That never works, because then you're not filling it with anything."
"Paul Michael Glaser was very nice to me, and I was again told, "Do less and less and less and less." And I still was bad! I can't believe I kept getting hired after some of these things I did! It's baffling to me. I'll go back and look at it, and I can't even watch it [Running man film]."
"I started out old, but I have to say that I've been very lucky to work consistently since I started. I've really never been out of work."
"I had great affection for Dana Carvey, and I think we all thought, "Dana's the guy. There's the comic genius.""
"I started just naturally turning into a nicer person, and it actually helped broaden and lengthen my career."
"Why focus on what somebody might think? Nobody talks [on TV] like people really talk most of the time."
"I was lucky enough to be a "type." Sort of a bad-guy type at the time, because I was tall and I had dark eyes. A lot of times, you don't have to be good; you just have to be the right type."
"I did so much theater, where everybody I worked with was so much better than me, that I just sort of learned."
"You don't go to Berkeley to become an actor. In fact, I don't think you go to any school to become an actor. You've just sort of got to go out there and act."
"I was in college, I thought I was going to be a lawyer, I met this girl named Laura who was the most beautiful girl I had ever known, and she was taking an acting class, so I decided to take the same acting class. And I was a terrible actor in college."
"In general, I did what a lot of character actors do: I did it to get girls."