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  Quotes by Olivier, Sir Lawrence




The Right Honourable Laurence Kerr Olivier, Baron Olivier, OM, KBE (May 22, 1907 July 11, 1989) was an Oscar winning English actor and director, esteemed by many as the greatest actor of the 20th century..

"Don't waste your time striving for perfection, instead, strive for excellence -- doing your best."

Olivier, Sir Lawrence on excellence
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"I have to act to live."

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"Use your weaknesses; aspire to the strength."

Olivier, Sir Lawrence on strength
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"No matter how well you perform there's always somebody of intelligent opinion who thinks it's lousy."

Olivier, Sir Lawrence on criticism    Share

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