Elizabeth Moss Quotes

A collection of quotes by Elizabeth Moss.

Elizabeth Moss, born on July 24, 1982, is an American actress known for her exceptional talent and versatility in both film and television. She began her acting career at a young age, making her screen debut in the mid-1990s with appearances in various television series. However, her breakthrough role came in 2007, when she portrayed Peggy Olson in the critically acclaimed series "Mad Men." Moss's outstanding performance as the ambitious and resilient Olson earned her widespread acclaim, several award nominations, and ultimately made her a household name.

Building on her success, Moss continued to captivate audiences with her remarkable acting abilities. In 2013, she embarked on a new venture as she took on the lead role of Detective Robin Griffin in the mystery drama series "Top of the Lake." This role not only garnered her further accolades but also showcased her talent for bringing complex and layered characters to life.

Throughout her career, Moss has consistently chosen diverse and challenging roles, demonstrating her commitment to her craft. Her notable film credits include "The Invisible Man" (2020), "Her Smell" (2018), and "The Square" (2017), among others. Her performances have been recognized with numerous awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe.

Beyond her acting prowess, Moss is known for her dedication to advocating for women's rights and social justice issues. She continues to be a revered figure in the entertainment industry, leaving a lasting impact with her extraordinary talent, unwavering determination, and commitment to important causes.

I love working with male actors, and I think there's a tende

I love working with male actors, and I think there's a tendency to write really interesting characters that would work solely alongside men where they would be in a man's world and have to deal with that, and it creates a lot of interesting storylines. For me, it's kind of circumstantial, but I definitely enjoy it.

Elizabeth Moss

Men Work Love Man Character

Obviously, my life and my job in 2010 is very different from

Obviously, my life and my job in 2010 is very different from Peggy's experience in the 1960s. I exist in a world that enjoys more equality between men and women. But I don't take any of that into my performance. I just want to play the character as who she is as an individual - scene to scene.

Elizabeth Moss

Equality

I don't feel I was ever a 'famous' child actor. I was just a

I don't feel I was ever a 'famous' child actor. I was just a working actor who happened to be a kid. I was never really in a hit show until I was a teenager with West Wing playing First Daughter Zoey Bartlet. In a way, that was my saving grace - not being a star on a hit show. It kept me working and kept me grounded.

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Famous