Omari Hardwick Quotes

Well Sid Pollack was... He was I would say probably, probably the most influential on me.

Shahid's been a big influence in my life.

One of the greatest listeners I know is Bob Tishman. That has probably had the greatest impact on my life than any other thing.

My grandmother influenced me so deeply.

I was very fortunate to have some great mentors. A father that was always in my life set the example every day at home. Everybody asks me, 'What was your role model?' My role model slept 20 feet from me every night. I could always go talk to him and ask him questions no matter what it was about.

I probably had some impact, because everyone keeps telling me that I did. I like to feel like I'm coming out with something to try to make room for other young women to make their art.

Lis Sladen was very important to me, you know. When I joined the little world of 'Doctor Who', Lis was already a star.

You don't have to be a 'person of influence' to be influential. In fact, the most influential people in my life are probably not even aware of the things they've taught me.

I'm happy people look at me as a role model.

I understand that kids look up to me, that some people might have gotten sober because of me.

If I can inspire some leaders, that would be great. I don't know if I want to be a leader.

Whether I like it or not, I've become influential to people.

I grew up watching Dr. J, and I was like, 'Oh my God, this guy is the greatest basketball player I ever saw.'

Olga E. Kagan was the strongest woman I knew - and probably the reason I've spent my life with other strong women.

I think my grandmother was one of my biggest influences.

I was always really proud of the fact that I had a very positive influence as a role model.

I could completely do without the fame. It makes me self-conscious. It is a responsibility. I believe that if people look up to you in any way, especially kids, then you have a responsibility to inspire them, both in your work and in your life. So, for me, that is a weight.

I think I could be a role model to people growing up.

There's not a day goes by that I don't ask, What would Coach Saban do?

The most influential person in my life had been George Michael. He was very important to me and was one of my musical heroes growing up. Then he became a friend and mentor and someone I'd lean on.

It's nice if I am called a role model, because I never thought that I would be a role model for anyone else.

Kobe can play in any league.

Wilt Chamberlain, by far, is my best basketball player. Best athlete ever.

Huge Kobe fan growing up. My dog's name is Kobe.

Pop Staples was one of my true mentors.