Top 10 Quotes & Sayings by Lou Diamond Phillips

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American actor Lou Diamond Phillips.
Last updated on September 18, 2024.
Lou Diamond Phillips

Louis Diamond Phillips ( Upchurch; born February 17, 1962) is an American actor and film director. His breakthrough came when he starred as Ritchie Valens in the biographical drama film La Bamba (1987). For Stand and Deliver (1988), Phillips was nominated for a Golden Globe Award and won an Independent Spirit Award.

Hollywood will put you in a box, so to speak. Some people will have seen you in 'La Bamba' or another dramatic film and think, 'Okay, that's what Lou does.' But they don't really have an idea of the range or diversity that I can bring to a project.
Although a lot of pain for a little screen time; Shaving legs, waxing eyebrows, high heels, trying to put on a bra, losing weight because women's clothes are SO revealing - Ladies you have my respect.
Sidney Poitier, who is class personified, said: 'Lou, you're a leading man because you're a good actor.' Brought tears to my eyes. — © Lou Diamond Phillips
Sidney Poitier, who is class personified, said: 'Lou, you're a leading man because you're a good actor.' Brought tears to my eyes.
Simply surviving in this business is a feat.
I'm an actor first and foremost; it's my first love and passion.
Approach every film with the same enthusiasm, regardless of its budget.
Sometimes I only hope to make a good popcorn movie.
It's easier to stay in shape than to fluctuate.
Sidney Poitier, who is class personified, said: Lou, youre a leading man because youre a good actor. Brought tears to my eyes.
The only power an actor has is the ability to say "no."
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