Susan Sarandon Quotes

A collection of quotes by Susan Sarandon.

Susan Sarandon is an American actress, activist, and producer. Born on October 4, 1946, in New York City, Sarandon rose to prominence for her versatile performances and strong on-screen presence. She studied drama at the Catholic University of America before beginning her acting career in the late 1960s.

Sarandon gained critical acclaim for her roles in films such as "Atlantic City" (1980), "Thelma & Louise" (1991), and "Dead Man Walking" (1995), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress. Renowned for her ability to embody complex characters, Sarandon has consistently delivered compelling performances that captivate audiences.

Beyond her acting career, Sarandon is also actively involved in various humanitarian and political causes. She has been a vocal advocate for progressive and feminist issues, campaigning for women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and social justice. Sarandon is dedicated to using her platform to bring awareness to these issues, bringing attention and support to organizations fighting for change.

With a career spanning over five decades, Susan Sarandon continues to be a prominent figure in both the entertainment industry and activism. Her extraordinary talent and unwavering dedication to social causes have solidified her as one of the most respected and influential actresses of her generation.

I believe in using words, not fists... I believe in my outra

I believe in using words, not fists... I believe in my outrage knowing people are living in boxes on the street. I believe in honesty. I believe in a good time. I believe in good food. I believe in sex.

Susan Sarandon


We need a witness to our lives. There's a billion people on

We need a witness to our lives. There's a billion people on the planet... I mean, what does any one life really mean? But in a marriage, you're promising to care about everything. The good things, the bad things, the terrible things, the mundane things... all of it, all of the time, every day. You're saying 'Your life will not go unnoticed because I will notice it. Your life will not go un-witnessed because I will be your witness'.

Susan Sarandon


I feel my family's needs are a priority. I'm not comfortable

I feel my family's needs are a priority. I'm not comfortable with the idea of serving the many and ignoring my family.

Susan Sarandon

Family

Do you really have to be the ice queen intellectual or the s

Do you really have to be the ice queen intellectual or the slut whore? Isn't there some way to be both?

Susan Sarandon

Identity

I think I'm an actor because I have very strong imagination

I think I'm an actor because I have very strong imagination and empathy. I never studied acting, but those two qualities are exactly the qualities that make for an activist.

Susan Sarandon

Imagination

When you start to develop your powers of empathy and imagina

When you start to develop your powers of empathy and imagination, the whole world opens up to you.

Susan Sarandon

Imagination