Antony Sher Quotes

A collection of quotes by Antony Sher.

Antony Sher is a prominent South African-born British actor and writer. He was born on June 14, 1949, in Cape Town, South Africa. Sher is best known for his extensive work with the Royal Shakespeare Company, where he has played numerous iconic roles such as Richard III, Macbeth, and King Lear. He has received multiple accolades for his stage performances, including an Olivier Award and a Tony Award. Besides acting, Sher has also authored several books, including his memoir "Year of the King," which documents his experiences preparing for and performing the role of Richard III.

As a gay Jewish white South African, I belong to quite a lot

As a gay Jewish white South African, I belong to quite a lot of minority groups. You constantly have to question who you are, what you are and whether you have the courage to be who you are.

Antony Sher


I have a Woody Allen Jewish attitude to life: that it's all

I have a Woody Allen Jewish attitude to life: that it's all going to be disastrous. That it hasn't all been that way is simply down to some random quirk of fate.

Antony Sher

Attitude