Quotes from Anna Held

I read the papers every day just to discover if one mentions Anna Held.

I have given up trying to be happy. It is no use and leads to nothing.

Yes, I am seeking a husband. As soon as the right man asks me, I shall say, It is not good for a woman to live alone.

I do not care for the money, just for the glory.

I let my personal feelings take care of themselves. I find that works better.

I think the eyes flirt most. There are so many ways to use them.

Please do not ask me to talk about my divorce. Mr. Ziegfeld and I are such very good friends. It is only a little matter quite between ourselves.

It is a temptation for me to wear all my rings at once.

At home in Paris I take a milk bath two times a week, but here on the road it is more difficult. I miss them.

I am very, very proud of my ability as a cook.

Costumes and scenery alone will not attract audiences.

Charm them with your presence as soon as they look at you.

Yes, I am seeking a husband. As soon as the right man asks me, I shall say, It is not good for a woman to live alone.

I do not say anything from jealousy.

Some women flirt more with what they say, and some with what they do.

My little dog, he did not get ill. It is so funny that people get ill on a boat and dogs do not.

Costumes and scenery alone will not attract audiences.

How many women have the courage to start properly with a cold, cold bath early in the morning? I jump in, throw the water, cold as ice, and after the first plunge I am happy.

The more they applaud, the bigger your salary will be.

To put on a corset properly is as much of an art as to make a corset properly.

Most women are indulgent of themselves. This is a mistake. It should be only the reward of old age.

I don't believe in hasty marriages.

We must go fast, because the race is against time.

I have never known the time when I did not wear stays. My stays are part of me.