Rip Torn Quotes

A collection of quotes by Rip Torn.

Rip Torn (1931-2019) was an American actor known for his versatile performances in film, television, and stage. Born as Elmore Rual Torn Jr., he started his career on Broadway and later transitioned into films, earning critical acclaim for his role as a villainous sheriff in the 1959 film "Pork Chop Hill." Torn continued to deliver remarkable performances in movies like "Sweet Bird of Youth" (1962) and "Cross Creek" (1983), for which he received an Academy Award nomination. On television, he gained widespread recognition for his role as Arthur on the hit show "The Larry Sanders Show." Torn's contribution to the entertainment industry has left a lasting legacy.

I've got two old Volvos, two old Subarus, and an old Ford Ra

I've got two old Volvos, two old Subarus, and an old Ford Ranger. If you've got an old car, you've gotta have at least several old cars, 'cause one's always gonna be in the garage.

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Car

If you're lucky enough to have a pretty girl love you and sh

If you're lucky enough to have a pretty girl love you and share herself and sleep with you, make that your secret. The best way to spoil love is by talking to too many people about it.

Rip Torn

Best

When I grew up, people said, 'You'll never be the man your d

When I grew up, people said, 'You'll never be the man your dad was.' And I said, 'Gee, I hope not.'

Rip Torn

Dad

Be your own politics, grow your own garden, and maybe you ca

Be your own politics, grow your own garden, and maybe you can help out more.

Rip Torn

Politics