"Perspective is the most important thing to have in life."
About Lauren Graham
Lauren Graham — Life and Legacy
Lauren Graham is a celebrated actress and author, recognized for her impactful role as Lorelai Gilmore in the beloved series 'Gilmore Girls'. Her work resonates deeply with audiences, particularly through her exploration of love and authenticity. Graham's quotes often reflect her belief in the importance of being true to oneself, as seen in her statement, 'I think we all have a little bit of a story that we tell ourselves.' This insight underscores her understanding of human nature and the narratives we create around our identities. In her performances, Graham challenges conventional portrayals of women in media, bringing a nuanced perspective to the complexities of relationships. Her character in 'Gilmore Girls' navigates the intricacies of love, friendship, and personal growth, embodying a relatable authenticity that has endeared her to fans. Today, Graham's quotes continue to inspire individuals to embrace their imperfections and foster genuine connections. Her emphasis on authenticity and self-acceptance resonates in a world often focused on superficiality, making her insights not only relevant but also profoundly impactful.
Quote collection
Lauren Graham quotes (page 1 of 4)
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"Belly buttons are cool!"
"Today is the day you have to start believing in yourself. No one can do it for you anymore."
"I must work harder to achieve my goal of not seeking approval from those whose approval I'm not even sure is important to me."
"Be truthful, say what you mean and mean what you say, don't ignore the given circumstances."
"I have to introduce the part of me that feels like a winner to the part of me convinced I’m a loser, and see if they can’t agree to exist somewhere closer to the middle."
"I definitely wanted to be an actor. I didn't want to be on TV, I didn't want to be famous, I didn't want to be anyone in particular; I just wanted to do it. I see young people now who look at magazines, or American Idol and their goal is to have that lifestyle - to have good handbags, or go out with cute guys from shows, or whatever. But I definitely wanted to be an actor."
"You may be sensitive inside, but what I see on the outside is a soldier."
"The thing you must really do in television is bring yourself to everything you do - you can't try to be anybody else."
"The best you can hope for is a great collaborator."
"Maybe I should sit. Plenty of people use sitting as a way to pass the time."
"As I've gotten older, I've gotten more liberal, and my father is increasingly conservative. It's so shocking to me because I always thought we had the same politics. The day I realized we voted for different presidents, I practically fell out of my chair."
"Texting is not flirting, if you don't care about me enough to say the words than that's not love, I don't like it!"
"If I had a normal job and had been moving up, I'd be management level now."
"I've made out more this season on a family-friendly show than ever in my actual life."
"My mother had lived in London since I was little, so she never got to see my school plays and stuff."
"I've spent a lot of time wondering, What's going to happen? What's going to happen? I try not to allow myself to do that much anymore. I think ive gotten more comfortable with the unknown."
"Growing up an only child with a single parent is probably why I'm an actor."
"It's great to have an acting job in the age of Reality TV."
"Moving. Someone said this to me a long time ago, it's bhuddist saying, I think: 'There is no wasted effort'."