George Takei Quotes

It's easy to not feel misplaced if this tidal wave of appreciation is coming your way.

It's always nice to receive a compliment.

I always find it flattering when somebody recognizes me.

A woman called me interesting once, and it kind of blew my mind. She said, 'You're one of the most interesting people I've ever met,' and I was like, 'Wow.'

I appreciate when people enjoy my work, but I don't like being recognized in public.

I get a lot of recognition for my voice. That always surprises me.

When we disclaim praise, it is only showing our desire to be praised a second time.

I think people ragging on me is kind of a form of flattery.

A refusal of praise is a desire to be praised twice.

Whatever good things people say of us, they tell us nothing new.

I've heard legends and maestros praise my voice. It's overwhelming. I'm a nobody who shouldn't be at the receiving end of the such comments, and I'm extremely humbled.

It's always nice to hear nice things, but I don't suddenly go out and think I'm the best thing since sliced bread.

Nothing is more flattering for a writer than when someone knows your work.

I always keep in mind that being Twice, we will of course be in the spotlight, but that attention is amazing because it means people are supporting us.

We all love to be admired and given compliments, but I don't really keep track.

It's nice to get compliments from both girls and guys.

My fame? Truly I don't consider myself famous...long way to go yet. But if anyone does ask for an autograph it's a wonderful feeling.

When they say you're the best, I always remember that the majority of the audience probably thinks someone else should have gotten the award.

I have just enough public appreciation to make me happy.

No compliment can be eloquent, except as an expression of indifference.

I've received a lot of compliments. People come right up to me on the street. They recognize me.

I have had so much public support.

Mass appreciation doesn't always equate to something good.

We never really felt a real level of respect. The fame was fantastic, but that wasn't that important to me, because for every million people that loved me I focused on the one that hated me.

I don't sense that I am someone's hero, though I'm happy when people like my work. I've learned how to be gracious about it, but I try to let it go by. I've seen how, if people start taking on those accolades, it can ruin them completely.