Joan Crawford was an illustrious American television and film actress. She started her career as a stage showgirl and dancer. She was ranked number 10th in the list of ‘Greatest Female Stars of Classic Hollywood Cinema’ by the ‘American Film Institute’ in 1999. Prior to debuting as a chorus girl in ‘Broadway’, she travelled with theatrical companies as a dancer. The roles that she usually played were that of a hard-working young woman who eventually found success and love. The Depression-era audiences embraced these stories with open arms and she became a rage especially among the women. We have gathered the most notable and popular sayings and quotes by the renowned actress that has been extracted from her movies, dialogues, thoughts, public utterances, works and life. Read through the most noteworthy quotes and thoughts by Joan Crawford, a legend who is not just known for her performances but also for her canny and witty comments.
It has been said that on screen I personified the American woman.
Lucille Fay LeSueur
If you've earned a position, be proud of it. Don't hide it. I want to be recognized. When I hear people say, 'There's Joan Crawford!' I turn around and say, 'Hi! How are you!'
Lucille Fay LeSueur
You have to be self-reliant and strong to survive in this town. Otherwise you will be destroyed.
Recently I heard a 'wise guy' story that I had a party at my home for twenty-five men. It's an interesting story, but I don't know twenty-five men I'd want to invite ta a party.
I think that the most important thing a woman can have - next to talent, of course - is her hairdresser.
Lucille Fay LeSueur
The Democratic party is one that I've always observed. I have struggled greatly in life from the day I was born, and I am honored to be a part of something that focuses on working class citizens and molds them into a proud specimen.
