Lee Grant Quotes

We are always full of the types of people who retire or die. But they are never saying 'This guy is really unbelievable; we're alive to witness an exceptional performer.' I think we should recognise that while we are still racing.

It's an honor when someone writes for you. That means they can hear your voice in their head.

If Uncle Martin were here today, he would surely commend us for giving honor where honor is due.

Hats off, gentlemen — if he were still alive we should not be here.

How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!

My Hall of Fame speech was about respect for the game.

Whenever Michelle Kwan texts me or mentions my name, I'm like, 'Wow.' I still can't believe that this is someone who I grew up looking up to, and they know my name.

It's nice to be able to go back and reflect and see how much my dad meant to people.

There's no problem with a guard of honour in any way.

When I went back to Shea last year it really hit me how much the fans care for me, it still gives me goose bumps. I want to do the right thing for them and my family.

Words can't express how humbled I am in being given the privilege to portray Gunnery Sergeant Basilone!

When I got through, Duke Ellington stood up and started the applause.

I'm constantly humbled.

I think you have to show homage to creators.

What do you say when someone has truly inspired you? How do you express to an artist how deeply their work has affected you?

It bring a tear to my eye to see native New York people give me my props because New York is stubborn and arrogant.

There's nothing nicer than getting a round of applause for turning up for work. It's amazing! You start work, and people clap. Do you know what I mean? And then they stand up and clap at the end.

It was like an honor thing for me to meet 50 cause I respected his whole story.

No greater nor more affectionate honor can be conferred on an American than to have a public school named after him.

It is always nice when you are honoured. The Lifetime award makes me feel old. I am only 55.

To be known by the public, honestly. People come up and tell them how good I make them feel.

Nearly 30,000 fans turned out to support the tribute match and provide one of the best atmospheres at the ground for ages. I was so happy to be part of it.

I think this is the sweetest tribute I have ever seen in this town.

To have that kind of ovation, that happens very seldom for a lineman.

When you admire someone's work, you are amazed by who you think they are.