English - Actress | May 18, 1941 -
That's one reason India is an attractive proposition for retiring. Servants are much more reasonable than in England. It's not exploitation so long as you pay a proper salary.
Miriam Margolyes
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What's the difference between herpes and love? Herpes is forever.
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I refused to be filmed getting off a bus twice. The director said, 'I'm an award-winning director. Please do it', and I said, 'I never thought I'd say this, but I'm an award-winning actress with a bad leg, and if your film depends on seeing me get in and out of a bus, we're in trouble.'
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I should have got thin, but I eat too much. I hate the word 'moderation.'
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As long as I am working, I am grateful and happy.
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I don't think people realise how important it is to have your blood pressure checked. Stroke is so sudden, so catastrophic.
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I don't like class distinction, and there is far too much of that in England.
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I've burnt my boats, and there they are - smouldering in public view.
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I have to keep working because, although I have land, I'm not cash rich and don't have the wealth of high-profile actresses - don't say I'm an 'actor.' That's a bit too modern.
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I wish I had a million in the bank. I like round figures. I am a round figure.
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I'd have thought my particular brand of quirkiness, combined with sharp intelligence and a fine voice, would have yielded more. But it hasn't. Yet!
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I cannot accept violence.
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