Elisabeth Shue Quotes

A collection of quotes by Elisabeth Shue.

Elisabeth Shue is an American actress born on October 6, 1963, in Wilmington, Delaware. Best known for her versatile roles in film and television, Shue gained recognition for her performances in movies like "Leaving Las Vegas" (1995), which earned her an Academy Award nomination, and "The Karate Kid" (1984). Throughout her career, she has appeared in various genres, including comedy, drama, and action. Shue continues to be active in the entertainment industry and has portrayed notable characters in several successful TV series.

I understand now that the vulnerability I've always felt is

I understand now that the vulnerability I've always felt is the greatest strength a person can have. You can't experience life without feeling life. What I've learned is that being vulnerable to somebody you love is not a weakness, it's a strength.

Robert Kennedy was such an inspiring figure. His interest in

Robert Kennedy was such an inspiring figure. His interest in politics seemed to come not from a desire for power, but from a need to help our society live up to its ideals.

My mom had started to go to work when I was nine or ten, so

My mom had started to go to work when I was nine or ten, so I was aware of women trying to find their own identities by working. But I was still influenced by men to such an extreme. I wanted to play their games and wanted to compete in their world and be like them.

Everyone at 'CSI' has been so great to work with, and so gre

Everyone at 'CSI' has been so great to work with, and so great in terms of scheduling. There's a real feeling of family on that set... I've grown to have so much respect for the cast and crew - they're been together so many years and still care about the show and each other.

I want to be involved with young people in some way. Teenage

I want to be involved with young people in some way. Teenagers. Because that's the most vulnerable time. I have a fantasy of becoming a teacher one day.

I may be the girl next door, but you wouldn't want to live n

I may be the girl next door, but you wouldn't want to live next to me.

I really love 'Soapdish.' I wish 'Soapdish' had more of a mo

I really love 'Soapdish.' I wish 'Soapdish' had more of a moment because I felt that that is a really strong, funny movie. Kevin Kline is hilarious in that movie.

As the only girl growing up among three brothers, I was alwa

As the only girl growing up among three brothers, I was always afraid of being excluded. If there was a game to be played, a sport to be learned, a competition to join, I was on my feet and ready. I didn't spend much time alone for fear that I'd miss out.