Melissa Leo Quotes

A collection of quotes by Melissa Leo.

Melissa Leo is an American actress known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theater. Born on September 14, 1960, in New York City, she began her career in the 1980s and gained widespread recognition for her role in the television series "Treme" and the film "Frozen River," for which she received an Academy Award nomination. Leo's compelling portrayals have earned her critical acclaim, including an Oscar win for her role in "The Fighter." With her remarkable talent and dedication, Melissa Leo continues to impress audiences with her captivating performances.

My mom was a '70s mom. She paved a road that no one had yet

My mom was a '70s mom. She paved a road that no one had yet walked.

Melissa Leo


An actor has to be very, very careful, as one of the most wo

An actor has to be very, very careful, as one of the most wonderful props - and actors love props - is a cigarette. There's so much to do with it: you can bring it up to your face, play with the smoke. It's just the greatest - ever since I was 16 and in acting school in England, I've been playing around with cigarettes.

Melissa Leo

Love

I mean, the unfair treatment of women and black people and I

I mean, the unfair treatment of women and black people and Indians and other groups, that's real. Mistreatment of other people because 'I'm better than you are' is such a sad part of the world.

Melissa Leo

Sad