Welcome to a collection of insightful and empowering quotes by the esteemed actress Alfre Woodard. Throughout her illustrious career spanning decades, Woodard has graced both the stage and screen with her remarkable talent, captivating audiences with her compelling performances and unwavering dedication to her craft. Renowned for her versatility and ability to breathe life into a diverse range of characters, Woodard has left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.
With a repertoire that includes roles in acclaimed films such as Cross Creek, Passion Fish, and 12 Years a Slave, as well as notable television appearances in series like Desperate Housewives and Luke Cage, Alfre Woodard has consistently demonstrated her prowess as a consummate artist. Beyond her acting prowess, Woodard is also a vocal advocate for social justice causes, using her platform to amplify marginalized voices and advocate for positive change in society. Her wisdom, grace, and unwavering commitment to her principles serve as an inspiration to many.
After 9/11 and the impending actors’ strike of a few years ago, roles dried up for everyone. Alfre Woodard
I rather go to see a good play than be in one. Alfre Woodard
And I communed with many different faiths and even when I wanted to be rebellious I never did not believe in Him. I never believed the people who said God was destructive or punishing. Alfre Woodard
I am not getting any younger and am taking a new approach to life. Alfre Woodard
You very seldom see a picture where you watch the process of falling in love. Alfre Woodard
I have always done what I wanted to do. Alfre Woodard
Television studios bet the farm on reality shows, where they didn’t need any actors and movie studios had no plans for any quality movies that required the presence of me. Alfre Woodard
Even when I was saying I was Agnostic and trying to figure out my thoughts, I felt God was allowing me to do that. Alfre Woodard
I think people need to understand that with plays and with cinema, when you hear about it, call and get a ticket then or go and see it then. It’s especially with the play, which I can do because it’s a limited run. Alfre Woodard
When you feel a connection, a gut connection, a heart connection, it’s a very special thing. What’s familiar to everyone is watching people falling in love; it doesn’t happen on screen that often. People fall in lust, then they’re suddenly together. Alfre Woodard
I can’t say too much about it because I don’t know a lot. We’re not told what’s in store for our characters until we turn up to shoot the episode. But it’s fair to say that Betty and her son bring a brand new mystery to the street and they will be around all season. Alfre Woodard
Does my character hate Bree? Well, let’s just put it this way. Bree hasn’t seen the last of me. I gave that drunk gal a ride home a few episodes ago and she turned on me! Alfre Woodard
I just had a full body cleanse. And am eating right and exercising a lot. Alfre Woodard
As an adult (after college) and as an artist I thought about what was real, what sustained me – it was Christian Science. I was using that when I didn’t know it. Saying yes to the Light and your better instinct. Alfre Woodard
Everyone has the impulse to be elite. Alfre Woodard