Veronica Lake Quotes

A collection of quotes by Veronica Lake.

Veronica Lake (1922-1973) was an American film actress and sex symbol during the 1940s. Born Constance Frances Marie Ockelman in Brooklyn, New York, she adopted the stage name Veronica Lake and gained popularity for her signature peek-a-boo hairstyle, covering one eye. Lake appeared in numerous films, including "Sullivan's Travels" (1941) and "This Gun for Hire" (1942), often portraying sultry and mysterious femme fatale characters. Despite her initial success, Lake faced personal and professional struggles, including alcoholism and mental health issues, which led to a decline in her career. She remains an iconic figure of the classic Hollywood era.

Hollywood gives a young girl the aura of one giant, self-con

Hollywood gives a young girl the aura of one giant, self-contained orgy farm, its inhabitants dedicated to crawling into every pair of pants they can find.

Veronica Lake

Hollywood

I've reached a point in my life where it's the little things

I've reached a point in my life where it's the little things that matter... I was always a rebel and probably could have got much farther had I changed my attitude. But when you think about it, I got pretty far without changing attitudes. I'm happier with that.

Veronica Lake

Attitude