Gilda Radner Quotes

A collection of quotes by Gilda Radner.

Gilda Radner was an American actress and comedian, best known for her work on the sketch comedy show "Saturday Night Live." Born on June 28, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, Radner discovered her passion for performing at an early age. She attended the University of Michigan, where she became an active member of the renowned comedy troupe "The Second City."

Radner gained national prominence as an original cast member of "Saturday Night Live" when it premiered in 1975. Renowned for her eccentric characters and vibrant comedic energy, she quickly became a fan favorite. Radner's most iconic character was Roseanne Roseannadanna, a humorous and quick-witted news commentator notorious for her wild tangents and catchphrase, "It's always something."

During her time on "Saturday Night Live," Radner received an Emmy Award for her outstanding comedic performances. She left the show in 1980 but continued to have a successful career. Radner appeared in numerous films, including "Animal House" and "Hanky Panky."

Tragically, Gilda Radner's life was cut short by ovarian cancer. Even during her illness, she used her platform to raise awareness about the disease and the need for early detection. Her courage and humor inspired many, and she remains a beloved figure in the world of comedy. Gilda Radner passed away on May 20, 1989, leaving behind a lasting legacy of laughter and joy.

I can always be distracted by love, but eventually I get hor

I can always be distracted by love, but eventually I get horny for my creativity.

Love Creativity

I'd much rather be a woman than a man. Women can cry, they c

I'd much rather be a woman than a man. Women can cry, they can wear cute clothes, and they're the first to be rescued off sinking ships.

Women

I think clothes should make you feel safe. I like clothes yo

I think clothes should make you feel safe. I like clothes you want to go to sleep in. I sometimes stand in front of a mirror and change a million times because I know I really want to wear my nightgown.

Change

While we have the gift of life, it seems to me the only trag

While we have the gift of life, it seems to me the only tragedy is to allow part of us to die - whether it is our spirit, our creativity or our glorious uniqueness.

Life

I base most of my fashion taste on what doesn't itch.

I base most of my fashion taste on what doesn't itch.

Fashion

Fame changes a lot of things, but it can't change a lightbul

Fame changes a lot of things, but it can't change a lightbulb.

Change

Dreams are like paper, they tear so easily.

Dreams are like paper, they tear so easily.

Dreams

It's such an act of optimism to get through a day and enjoy

It's such an act of optimism to get through a day and enjoy it and laugh and do all that without thinking about death. What spirit human beings have!

Optimism

The goal is to live a full, productive life even with all th

The goal is to live a full, productive life even with all that ambiguity. No matter what happens, whether the cancer never flares up again or whether you die, the important thing is that the days that you have had you will have lived.

Life

Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the mome

Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment and making the best of it, without knowing what's going to happen next.

Best

I wanted a perfect ending... Now, I've learned, the hard way

I wanted a perfect ending... Now, I've learned, the hard way, that some poems don't rhyme, and some stories don't have a clear beginning, middle, and end.Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment and making the best of it, without knowing what's going to happen next. Delicious ambiguity.

Life