"I don't have the confidence to pull off a moustache."
About Rich Sommer
Rich Sommer — Life and Legacy
Rich Sommer is an accomplished American actor best recognized for his role as Harry Crane in the critically acclaimed series 'Mad Men.' His performances often delve into the complexities of identity and authenticity, reflecting his belief that true connection is rooted in being genuine. Sommer's quote, 'Acting is about being real,' encapsulates his philosophy that the essence of performance lies in emotional truth rather than superficiality. This perspective not only defines his approach to acting but also challenges the conventional norms of the industry, where appearances often overshadow substance. Through his work, Sommer emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, suggesting that it is essential for both actors and individuals to embrace their true selves. His insights resonate with audiences, as they reflect the universal struggle for authenticity in a world that often values image over integrity. By advocating for a deeper understanding of self, Sommer's quotes encourage others to confront their own identities and the masks they wear. In today's society, where authenticity is increasingly sought after, Sommer's reflections remain relevant. His ability to articulate the nuances of human experience through his words and performances continues to inspire those navigating their own journeys of self-discovery.
Quote collection
Rich Sommer quotes (page 1 of 2)
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"My only foray into anything stock-market-related was in my eighth grade social studies class. I have steered clear ever since."
"I'm a bit of a nerd, and my extracurricular activity is nerd games."
"Im pretty quick to delete something off of my phone if its become obsolete. And things like RSS readers have made life easier - all of the headlines are going to be related to a topic Im interested in."
"I can juggle, not well... I can balance a broom on my chin. I can do very simple carny tricks, a little sleight of hand with cards and coins."
"I'm a Joseph Abboud fan. I'm a Hugo Boss fan. I'm a Brooks Brothers fan. As far as suits go, those are my go-tos."
"In college, my friend Melanie and I used to have weekly Jimmy Stewart viewings, and 'Harvey' seemed to make its way into the rotation an inordinate amount of times."
"Three times a year, theres Strategicon convention, and I go for the board games. It happens Presidents Day, Labor Day, and Memorial Day weekends. You go and take a look at the new board games and meet a couple of board game designers, and you can check out games you dont own from the library and then return them."
"Before 'Mad Men,' I definitely had very dry spells and I know what those feel like, and I don't think that ever leaves you as an actor."
"I only aim for fashion that's long dead."
"After 'Urinetown,' 'Avenue Q' and now 'Mormon,' is there an envelope remaining to be pushed?"
"I've certainly had less practice at fatherhood than I have at acting, but in fatherhood, at least my failures are private!"
"I have an RSS reader, Feeddler. I mostly subscribe to board game blogs - they have reviews of new games and discussions about trends. It's straight-up dork talk."
"I don't know if it's the sunshine, or the fact that I actually have a job, but I do like L.A. a lot. In New York, it can be gray and rainy and cold, and you still don't have any money, and you feel like a bad Dickens character."
"The 12 years that I was improvising are why I got the number of commercials I got when I was in New York and why I got The Devil Wears Prada, and its why I even got in the door for Mad Men."
"I would like to ban people being allowed to text while in a crosswalk."
"I abhor 'baby talk.' I speak to kids like I would any other person, and they seem to respond to it."
"Improv definitely made me a better auditioner, without a doubt. We did do an audition semester in grad school, and that was helpful for those times that you have a script and you have a few days to prepare it, to really work on sides. But the auditions I was doing in New York, if you got it the night before, you were very lucky."
"Frankly, as much as I love to improvise, it hasn't been difficult to stick to the script on 'Mad Men.' The writing is so precise, and the story so carefully crafted, that I don't think there's room - or need - for ad libbing. I could never come up with dialogue as lovely as these writers do, anyway."
"The amount of times my wife has rolled her eyes at board games is impossible to count."