Sally Hawkins Quotes

A collection of quotes by Sally Hawkins.

Sally Hawkins is a British actress known for her remarkable performances in both film and television. She was born on April 27, 1976, in Dulwich, London. Hawkins initially gained recognition through her work in stage productions before transitioning into screen acting.

Her breakthrough came in 2008 when she portrayed the lead role of Poppy Cross in Mike Leigh's critically acclaimed film, "Happy-Go-Lucky." Her outstanding performance earned her numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical. Hawkins' ability to capture the complexities and nuances of her characters has become her trademark, allowing her to take on a wide range of diverse roles.

Some of her notable film credits include "An Education" (2009), "Blue Jasmine" (2013), "Godzilla" (2014), and "The Shape of Water" (2017). Her performance as Elisa Esposito in "The Shape of Water" garnered widespread acclaim, earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.

Apart from her film work, Hawkins has also demonstrated her talent on television in series such as "Fingersmith" (2005) and "The Hollow Crown" (2012-2016). With her expressive acting, Sally Hawkins has become one of the most respected and sought-after actresses in the industry, continuously impressing audiences and critics alike with her versatility and dedication to her craft.

People are funny, and in the most tragic situations, when co

People are funny, and in the most tragic situations, when comedy erupts from nowhere, it can turn on its head within the space of a second or a minute. You're laughing one minute and you're crying the next and that's just life for me, and that is what people are like.

Sally Hawkins

Funny

My parents have a strong work ethic, but their attitude to l

My parents have a strong work ethic, but their attitude to life, their philosophy, is: 'whatever makes you happy.'

Sally Hawkins

Attitude

I remember once giving my dad some drawings and writings and

I remember once giving my dad some drawings and writings and said, 'If you could just give these to the publisher, that would be great.' And I was about five!

Sally Hawkins

Dad

Comedy was why I got into acting the first place. Peter Sell

Comedy was why I got into acting the first place. Peter Sellers was a huge influence on my wanting to act. I grew up with him and found him hysterical. The Pink Panther films were an inspiration, from my earliest childhood days, when I was watching them with my brother and my dad.

Sally Hawkins

Dad