Hugh Laurie Quotes

A collection of quotes by Hugh Laurie.

Hugh Laurie is a renowned British actor, comedian, writer, and musician. He was born on June 11, 1959, in Oxford, England. Laurie gained international fame for his portrayal of the cantankerous yet brilliant Dr. Gregory House in the popular medical drama series, "House".

Before his successful acting career, Laurie attended Cambridge University, where he met his longtime collaborator and comedy partner, Stephen Fry. Together, they formed a comedic duo, producing critically acclaimed sketch comedy shows in the 1980s, such as "A Bit of Fry & Laurie" and "Jeeves and Wooster".

Laurie's acting talent extends beyond comedy, as he has showcased his versatility in various roles. He has appeared in films like "Sense and Sensibility", "Tomorrowland", and "The Night Manager". Additionally, he has lent his voice to several animated movies, most notably as the voice of the iconic villain, 'Lord Dumont' in Disney's "Beauty and the Beast".

Aside from acting, Laurie is also an accomplished musician. He is a skilled pianist and guitarist, and has released several blues albums throughout his career. His passion for music is evident in his performances, as he effortlessly showcases his talent to captivate audiences.

With his brilliant portrayals, witty humor, and diverse talents, Hugh Laurie has established himself as a respected and multi-talented entertainer. His contribution to the entertainment industry has earned him numerous accolades and widespread admiration from audiences worldwide.

We were walking through Hyde Park, going nowhere in particul

We were walking through Hyde Park, going nowhere in particular, holding hands for a bit, then letting go as if holding hands wasn't one of life's big deals.

I have my moments. Ever since I was a boy, I never was someo

I have my moments. Ever since I was a boy, I never was someone who was at ease with happiness. Too often I embrace introspection and self-doubt. I wish I could embrace the good things.

People will survive, and they will find happiness. Happiness

People will survive, and they will find happiness. Happiness only comes when you're not looking for it.

One of the principal goals in my life has been to avoid emba

One of the principal goals in my life has been to avoid embarrassing my children by doing the job I do. I hope I've managed to do that, and I hope that, with the job I'm in now, they are, if not proud, at least unembarrassed by it. I must say, my three are most agreeable children, who do nothing but delight me.

I feel like I'm working on an oil rig right now. I'm away fr

I feel like I'm working on an oil rig right now. I'm away from home a lot.

You hope that your teenage self would like and forgive your

You hope that your teenage self would like and forgive your 50-year-old self.

Some people are drawn naturally - there are natural guitaris

Some people are drawn naturally - there are natural guitarists, and there are natural piano players, and I think guitar implies travel, a sort of footloose gypsy existence. You grab your bag and you go to the next town.

Seems to me that this business, for actors anyway, is not so

Seems to me that this business, for actors anyway, is not so much about whether or not you do good work. It's about whether or not you get the chance to do good work.

Driving a motorcycle is like flying. All your senses are ali

Driving a motorcycle is like flying. All your senses are alive. When I ride through Beverly Hills in the early morning, and all the sprinklers have turned off, the scents that wash over me are just heavenly. Being House is like flying, too. You're free of the gravity of what people think.

My dad gave me my first bike at 16. I soon fell off and was

My dad gave me my first bike at 16. I soon fell off and was in a wheelchair for weeks. I haven't fallen since.

I feel like a hostage to fortune. Not that I am complaining.

I feel like a hostage to fortune. Not that I am complaining. I wanted to play the role. But in truth I didn't think the show would be such a success. OK, I thought it would fail. Not because it was bad. I was confident it was good, but plenty of good things just sort of wither on the vine.

I never was someone who was at ease with happiness.

I never was someone who was at ease with happiness.

I admit I can't shake the idea that there is virtue in suffe

I admit I can't shake the idea that there is virtue in suffering, that there is a sort of psychic economy, whereby if you embrace success, happiness and comfort, these things have to be paid for.

I just read an 800-page history of the Scottish Enlightenmen

I just read an 800-page history of the Scottish Enlightenment and, honestly, I may as well just start it again now, because I cannot remember a single thing. I can barely remember where Scotland is.

As a real person, he wouldn't last a minute, would he? But d

As a real person, he wouldn't last a minute, would he? But drama is about imperfection. And we've moved away from the aspirational hero. We got tired of it, it was dull. If I was House's friend, I would hate it. How he so resolutely refuses to be happy or take the kind-hearted road. But we don't always like morally good people, do we?

I don't have a single complete show or movie or anything els

I don't have a single complete show or movie or anything else that I could look at and say, 'Nailed that one.' But endless dissatisfaction is, I suppose, what gets us out of bed in the morning.

I hate menus, I hate choosing food. I just want to be brough

I hate menus, I hate choosing food. I just want to be brought. Bring me dinner!