I was always a character actress and never a sex symbol. Even when I was the leading lady, I was a character actor.
Shirley MacLaineSome people think I look like a sweet potato, I consider myself a spud with a heart of gold.
Shirley MacLaineI don't need anyone to rectify my existence. The most profound relationship we will ever have is the one with ourselves.
Shirley MacLaineThe secret is to let the audience feel through the actress, rather than having the actress feel for the audience. When you can do that, you involved the audience almost without their knowledge or awareness.
Shirley MacLaine