Mercedes McCambridge

Mercedes McCambridge (March 16, 1916 – March 2, 2004) was an American actress of radio, stage, film, and television.

Mercedes McCambridge in 1950

Quotes

• You could be anything in front of that microphone, and that is what was expected of you.
  • [1] Mercedes as a radio star in the 1930s.
• I believe we should learn to appreciate our loneliness, loneliness is marvelous.
  • [2] Mercedes speak on loneliness in the 1980s.
• An honest look because one of the things a recovered alcoholic must learn is honesty. I have to live with myself.
  • [3] Mercedes speaking on her recovery in 1981.
• I don't think the Hollywood community is interested in what I can do, That's all right. I've never looked for a job in my life, and I'm not going to start now. I have plenty to keep me busy."
  • [4] Mercedes speak on Hollywood in an interview in 1981.
• I think there is a genetic factor involved [...] If there is a history of alcoholism in your family, watch it.
  • [5] Mercedes speak on the history of alcoholism in family in 1981.
• I feel that the people who pushed me the most, including the teachers, are the ones who made the greatest impression on me and loved me the most.
  • [6] Mercedes speak on those that pushed her the most in 1992.

Quotes about Mercedes McCambridge

• She's an actress. . . . She was a little bit Irish. And she decided she wanted to be two years younger.
  • [7] Ruppert describe the actress in 2004.
• At some point in life, she began giving her birth date as St. Patrick's Day 1918.
  • [8] Ruppert speak on the actress's birth date in 2004.