"I don't have a drink problem. But if that was the case and doctors told me I had to stop, I'd like to think that I would be brave enough to drink myself into the grave."
About Oliver Reed
Oliver Reed — Life and Legacy
Oliver Reed was a prominent British actor celebrated for his powerful performances and complex character portrayals. His career spanned several decades, with notable roles in films such as 'The Three Musketeers' and 'Gladiator'. Reed's approach to acting was deeply intertwined with his personal philosophy, often emphasizing the importance of authenticity and self-acceptance. He famously stated, 'I am what I am,' a declaration that reflects his commitment to being genuine in both his personal and professional life. This perspective on authenticity often contrasted with the superficiality of fame, as Reed openly discussed the challenges that come with celebrity status. His candidness about the struggles of fame and the pressures of public life resonates with many, making his quotes relevant even today. Reed's legacy lies not only in his memorable performances but also in his unfiltered insights into the human experience, particularly the tension between public persona and private identity.
Quote collection
Oliver Reed quotes (page 1 of 2)
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"I have two ambitions in life: one is to drink every pub dry, the other is to sleep with every woman on earth."
"I'm not a villain, I've never hurt anyone. I'm just a tawdry character who explodes now and again."
"I would much rather end up a fertiliser under a sunflower which is eventually made into sunflower seed oil so that instead of nibbling me in her prawn cocktail, the pretty girl will rub me on her bristols as she suns herself on a beach in the Caribbean."
"Do what you must, but do it well, above all enjoy yourself!"
"You get so weak from eating pears that you fall down, and then they come and take you away on a stretcher."
"There is, of course, a world of difference between cricket and the movie business ... I suppose doing a love scene with Racquel Welch roughly corresponds to scoring a century be fore lunch."
"I also use women as a sex object; maybe I'm kinky. However, I like to talk to them as well."
"I do think a carpenter needs a good hammer to bang in the nail."
"I have made many serious statements - I just can't remember any of them. I guess they mustn't have been very important."
"If the money's right, I'll do a film."
"At the New York Athletic Club they serve amazing food. People go there, get healthy, and then eat themselves to death - which is, I suppose, the right way to do it."
"I like the effect drink has on me. What's the point of staying sober?"
"I'm only drinking white wine because I'm on a diet and I don't eat."
"I like the effect drink has on me."
"I like to give my inhibitions a bath now and then."
"But the trouble is that when you drink it, you invariably meet other people drinking it."
"Raquel Welch is someone I can also live without. We've got some love scenes together and I am dreading them!"
"You meet a better class of person in pubs."
"Awe and respect are two different things."