W. C. Fields (29 January 1880 – 25 December 1946), born William Claude Dukenfield, was an American Actor and Comedian.
Born: January 29th, 1880
Died: December 25th, 1946
Categories: Comedians, American actors, Screenwriters, 1940s deaths
Quotes: 14 sourced quotes total (includes 1 misattributed)
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Never give a sucker an even break.
Here lies W. C. Fields. I would rather be living in Philadelphia.
I didn't squawk about the steak, dear. I merely said I didn't see that old horse that used to be tethered outside here.
She's all dressed up like a well-kept grave.
If a thing is worth having, it's worth cheating for.
Anyone who hates children and dogs can't be all bad.
And it ain't a fit night out for man nor beast.
Back in my rummy days, I would tremble and shake for hours upon arising. It was the only exercise I got.
I was in love with a beautiful blonde once, dear. She drove me to drink. That's the one thing I'm so indebted to her for.
I never voted for anybody. I always voted against.
I'd rather have two girls at twenty-one each, than one girl at forty-two.
Don't say you can't give up drinking. It's easy. I've done it a thousand times.
Whilst traveling through Afghanistan, we lost our corkscrew. Had to live on food and water for several days.
Some contemptible scoundrel stole the cork from my lunch ...