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Enemies are so stimulating.

Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003) American actress
(Attributed)

If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun.

Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003) American actress
(Attributed)

Life can be wildly tragic at times, and I’ve had my share. But whatever happens to you, you have to keep a slightly comic attitude. In the final analysis, you have got not to forget to laugh.

Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003) American actress
(Attributed)

If you always do what interests you, at least one person is pleased.

Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003) American actress
(Attributed)

We are taught you must blame your father, your sisters, your brothers, the school, the teachers — you can blame anyone but never blame yourself. It’s never your fault. But it’s always your fault, because if you wanted to change, you’re the one who has got to change. It’s as simple as that, isn’t it?

Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003) American actress
(Attributed)

Acting is the most minor of gifts and not a very high-class way to earn a living. After all, Shirley Temple could do it at the age of four.

Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003) American actress
(Attributed)

Life’s what’s important. Walking, houses, family. Birth and pain and joy. Acting’s just waiting for a custard pie. That’s all.

Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003) American actress
Uncommon Scold, by Abby Adams (1989)

To keep your character intact you cannot stoop to filthy acts. It makes it easier to stoop the next time.

Katharine Hepburn (1907-2003) American actress
Quoted in Los Angeles Times (24 Nov. 1974)
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