Jane Fonda Quotes

A collection of quotes by Jane Fonda.

Jane Fonda is an American actress, political activist, and former model. She was born on December 21, 1937, in New York City, New York, to a prominent acting family. Fonda began her career as a model in the late 1950s before transitioning into acting. She rose to fame throughout the 1960s and 1970s for her critically acclaimed performances in films such as "Barbarella," "Klute," and "Coming Home," for which she won two Academy Awards.

Beyond her successful acting career, Fonda is well-known for her political activism and advocacy work. During the Vietnam War era, she famously opposed the conflict and became an outspoken supporter of peace and civil rights. Fonda co-founded the Women's Media Center in 2004 to amplify women's voices in media and has been a vocal advocate for feminism, environmentalism, and human rights.

In addition to her acting and activism, Fonda is also recognized for her extensive workout videos, promoting exercise and fitness. Her popular workout series in the 1980s became a cultural phenomenon, contributing to the fitness craze of the time.

Jane Fonda's multifaceted career and public persona have made her one of the most influential and polarizing figures in American entertainment and politics. Whether on-screen, on the front lines of activism, or in the realm of health and wellness, Fonda has consistently used her platform to challenge conventional norms and make an impact.

I have a confidence about my life that comes from standing t

I have a confidence about my life that comes from standing tall on my own two feet.

It's hard for women at my age in Hollywood, but I'm not disc

It's hard for women at my age in Hollywood, but I'm not discouraged.

Our youth deserve the opportunity to complete their high sch

Our youth deserve the opportunity to complete their high school and college education, free of early parenthood. Their future children deserve the opportunity to grow up in financially and emotionally stable homes. Our communities benefit from healthy, productive, well-prepared young people.

My childhood was influenced by the roles my father played in

My childhood was influenced by the roles my father played in his movies. Whether Abraham Lincoln or Tom Joad in the 'Grapes of Wrath,' his characters communicated certain values which I try to carry with me to this day.

If adolescent pregnancy prevention is to become a priority,

If adolescent pregnancy prevention is to become a priority, then our strategy, as advocates, must contain two key elements: civic engagement and education.

My mother killed herself when I was 12. I won't complete tha

My mother killed herself when I was 12. I won't complete that relationship. But I can try to understand her.

Women are not forgiven for aging. Bob Redford's lines of dis

Women are not forgiven for aging. Bob Redford's lines of distinction are my old-age wrinkles.

My husband said he wanted to have a relationship with a redh

My husband said he wanted to have a relationship with a redhead, so I dyed my hair.

Telling lies and showing off to get attention are the mistak

Telling lies and showing off to get attention are the mistakes I made that I don't want my kids to make.

You spend all your life trying to do something they put peop

You spend all your life trying to do something they put people in asylums for.

It's never too late -- never too late to start over, never t

It's never too late -- never too late to start over, never too late to be happy.

Children born to teens have less supportive and stimulating

Children born to teens have less supportive and stimulating environments, poorer health, lower cognitive development, and worse educational outcomes. Children of teen mothers are at increased risk of being in foster care and becoming teen parents themselves, thereby repeating the cycle.

When you can't remember why you're hurt, that's when you're

When you can't remember why you're hurt, that's when you're healed.

While not impossible, it is especially challenging for teena

While not impossible, it is especially challenging for teenage parents to develop bonds with their children. A high percent of them were themselves children of teenage parents and have never experienced appropriate parenting.

A man has every season while a woman only has the right to s

A man has every season while a woman only has the right to spring. That disgusts me.

You can do one of two things; just shut up, which is somethi

You can do one of two things; just shut up, which is something I don't find easy, or learn an awful lot very fast which is what I tried to do.

A good many dramatic situations begin with screaming.

A good many dramatic situations begin with screaming.

One part of wisdom is knowing what you don't need anymore an

One part of wisdom is knowing what you don't need anymore and letting it go.

It's about time we make the well-being of our young people m

It's about time we make the well-being of our young people more important than ideology and politics. As a country, we benefit from investing in their future by investing in teen pregnancy prevention.

Think about it: Reducing crime and poverty and ensuring that

Think about it: Reducing crime and poverty and ensuring that we have an educated, stable work force has a direct effect on you and me and the future of our country.