14+ Myrna Loy Quotes On Marriage, Death And Columbo

Myrna Loy was an American actress who was active in Hollywood from the 1920s to the 1980s. She was best known for her role as Nora Charles in The Thin Man film series and for her roles in other films such as The Best Years of Our Lives and The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer. She received an Academy Honorary Award in 1991 for her work in film. Following is our collection on famous quotes by Myrna Loy on love, marriage, death.

Why does every black person in the movies have to play a servant? How about a black person walking up the steps of a courthouse carrying a briefcase? — Myrna Loy

Some perfect wife I am. I've been married four times, divorced four times, have no children, and can't boil an egg. — Myrna Loy

I think that carrying on a life that is meant to be private in public is a breach of taste, common sense, and mental hygiene. — Myrna Loy

I never enjoyed my work more than when I worked with William Powell. He was a brilliant actor, a delightful companion, a great friend and, above all, a true gentleman. — Myrna Loy

I was a homely kid with freckles that came out every spring and stuck on me till Christmas. — Myrna Loy

I was glamorous because of magicians like George Folsey, James Wong Howe, Oliver Marsh, Ray June, and all those other great cinematographers. I trusted those men and the other experts who made us beautiful. The rest of it I didn't give a damn about. I didn't fuss about my clothes, my lighting, or anything else, but, believe me, some of them did. — Myrna Loy

I had these slinky eyes and a sense of humor. — Myrna Loy

I got rid of all those reporters. — Myrna Loy

Life is not about having and getting. It's about being and becoming. — Myrna Loy

When I think of [my relationship with Gable], considering the way it started, it was curious. We became devoted to each other. We weren't lovers-he was in love with Carole Lombard...we eventually became more like siblings. Nobody believes that and you can understand why...but our relationship was unique. Oh he sometimes gave me the macho routine when people were watching but he changed when we were alone. — Myrna Loy

If you're bored in New York, it's your own fault. — Myrna Loy

Most of the sex I've seen on the screen looks like an expression of hostility towards sex. — Myrna Loy

They say the movies should be more like life; I think life should be more like the movies. — Myrna Loy

Life, is not a having and a getting, but a being and a becoming. — Myrna Loy

Life Lessons by Myrna Loy

1. Myrna Loy's career demonstrates that hard work and dedication can lead to success, no matter the circumstances.
2. She also showed that it is possible to break through barriers and stereotypes to create a lasting legacy.
3. Finally, her work serves as a reminder that talent and passion are essential ingredients for success in any field.