Arthur Smith Quotes

A collection of quotes by Arthur Smith.

Arthur Smith is a multi-talented British comedian, writer, and broadcaster, born on November 27, 1954, in Bermondsey, London. With a career spanning over four decades, Smith has become a popular figure in the comedy world, known for his unique blend of observational humor and storytelling.

Starting out as a stand-up comedian, Smith quickly gained recognition in the 1980s for his distinctive gravelly voice and deadpan delivery. His witty and often self-deprecating style endeared him to audiences, leading to numerous appearances on TV shows like "Have I Got News for You" and "QI." Smith's comedic brilliance also translated onto the radio, where he has hosted shows such as "The Smith Lectures" and "Arthur Smith's Balham Bash."

Aside from his comedy career, Smith is an accomplished writer, penning several books on various subjects including his own memoirs. He has also dabbled in acting, making appearances in popular shows like "The Young Ones" and performing in West End theater productions.

Arthur Smith's contributions to the comedy scene have not gone unnoticed, earning him award nominations and critical acclaim. His distinctive voice and alternative comedy style have made him a beloved figure, with his anecdotes and humorous observations resonating with audiences across the generations.

Don Quixote's 'Delusions' is an excellent read - far better

Don Quixote's 'Delusions' is an excellent read - far better than my own forthcoming travel book, 'Walking Backwards Across Tuscany.'

Arthur Smith


Occasionally I find a travel book that is both illuminating

Occasionally I find a travel book that is both illuminating and entertaining, where vivid writing and research replace self-indulgence and sloppy prose.

Arthur Smith

Travel

The Romantic poets were the prototype ramblers, and I've oft

The Romantic poets were the prototype ramblers, and I've often found myself following in their footsteps - although perhaps not all of their footsteps since a typical walk for Samuel T. Coleridge might last two days and cover 145km.

Arthur Smith

Romantic

Reading the play at home, however fulfilling, can never be t

Reading the play at home, however fulfilling, can never be the vivacious experience that Shakespeare intended.

Arthur Smith

Experience

I've noticed that my resolutions involve me not doing stuff

I've noticed that my resolutions involve me not doing stuff that I wasn't going to do anyway so here's something more positive. I'm going to retrain as a Latin teacher in a provincial public school.

Arthur Smith

Positive

Ninety-eight per cent of laughter is nothing to do with joke

Ninety-eight per cent of laughter is nothing to do with jokes, which do not deserve to bear the weight of all the funny stuff in the world.

Arthur Smith

Funny

I am 54 and age is slowly writing itself on my face.

I am 54 and age is slowly writing itself on my face.

Arthur Smith

Age

Travel books are, by and large, boring. They lodge uncomfort

Travel books are, by and large, boring. They lodge uncomfortably between fact, fiction and autobiography.

Arthur Smith

Travel

It is more interesting to be compared to someone famous, bec

It is more interesting to be compared to someone famous, because it lets you gauge what perceptions people have about your appearance.

Arthur Smith

Famous

The history of the relationship between comedy and swimming

The history of the relationship between comedy and swimming is short indeed. Of course it is always funny when someone falls into water, but that's about it.

Arthur Smith

Funny

It was Julie Burchill who decreed that, beyond a certain age

It was Julie Burchill who decreed that, beyond a certain age, a man should not be seen in a leather jacket.

Arthur Smith

Age