"When I was 9, my parents let me take a cab to the mall all by myself. I had hardly any money to spend, but I did have a very specific list of things I wanted to do: buy cookies and sit on the furniture at Sears."
About Leslie Mann
Leslie Mann — Life and Legacy
Leslie Mann is a prominent actress celebrated for her engaging performances in romantic comedies, particularly in films like 'The Other Woman' and 'This Is 40.' Her work often delves into the intricacies of love and the importance of being true to oneself. Mann's quotes reflect her belief that authenticity is crucial in relationships, as she once noted that love is not just about the highs but also about navigating the lows together. This perspective challenges conventional portrayals of romance, inviting audiences to appreciate the genuine struggles and joys of human connections. Mann's ability to articulate the complexities of love resonates with many, as she emphasizes that true relationships require vulnerability and honesty. Her insights encourage individuals to embrace their authentic selves, fostering deeper connections with others. By portraying characters who grapple with their identities and relationships, Mann highlights the importance of self-acceptance and emotional honesty. Today, her quotes and performances continue to inspire viewers, reminding them that love is a journey filled with both challenges and triumphs. Mann's unique voice in the realm of romantic comedy not only entertains but also provokes thought about the nature of love and the significance of being genuine in a world that often promotes superficiality.
Quote collection
Leslie Mann quotes (page 1 of 2)
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"I've always been intrigued by the supernatural."
"Perfect people are the scariest people to me."
"Thank God I didn't put my career over family. That would have been the biggest mistake of my life. I'm really happy it went the way it did."
"I bring a poofy gray down jacket with me wherever I go. It's meant for winter, but I use it most in the summer, when everyone cranks up the air-conditioning."
"Women love hairy men. Cavemen were the sexiest men in history."
"Everything is a struggle. Everything is relative, too, so I still feel like I'm struggling, in many aspects. I'm not worried about paying my rent next month, but in about two months, we'll see."
"I like dark humor. My favorite movie of all time is 'Harold and Maude.'"
"We discovered that we have a fun chemistry physically. Cameron [Diaz] has really long legs and a short torso, and I have a really long torso and shorter legs."
"I think that at the time, when I was first pregnant, it was hard to make the transition from being totally self-involved to not being able to think about myself at all. At the end of the day, I think that's the best thing that someone can go through. I think it makes you a better person. It doesn't mean that people who don't go through that aren't good people. For me, it was a good thing."
"When I started auditioning, I'd take any audition I could get. The more dramatic ones didn't go as well as the comedic."
"I think we're different, but we are very similar in a lot of ways, and we really complement each other in real life and on screen. Cameron [Diaz], for me, is like the teacher. And Kate's [Uptone] like my daughter. She's only five years older than my daughter, and so, I always wanted to protect her."
"I don't understand why people think it's harder to do drama than it is to do comedy."
"What I loved about [The Other Woman] movie was the same thing. It was three women who would never have come together for any other reason except that they had something in common which was this common cause, and that's really the feeling that I wanted this movie to have. It was a huge influence for it."
"I have lunches with my girlfriends, who just turned 40, and some of those lunches, we're crying and screaming about our husbands, saying we want to leave them and run away. And then, other lunches, we're fine and love our husbands and are happy with our lives."
"I remember, as a kid, my dad always told me, "Getting older beats the alternative." Although, now my father actually is the alternative, so I don't know what he would say. He's completely dead."
"I'm pretty much game for anything."
"I've been married for 17 years and you know how the actors say, "It's really technical. Those scenes are not sexy. They're just so technical. It's like work." And I'm like, "That's bullshit.""
"There's nothing in [The Other Woman] movie that feels like an R to us."
"Nine to Five is actually one of my favorite movies. I watched it a thousand times when I was a child, literally a thousand times."