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Colley Cibber was an English actor, playwright, and poet, recognized for his performances and contributions to the Restoration and 18th-century theatre. He was a prominent figure in the London stage, acting and writing plays, and his work had a significant impact on the development of English comedy.

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Famous Colley Cibber Quotes

“So mourn'd the dame of Ephesus her love.”

Life Love Life Mourn Dames

Book:The Tragical History of King Richard III.: As it is Acted at the Theatre Royal. By C. Cibber

Source: The Tragical History of King Richard III.: As it is Acted at the Theatre Royal. By C. Cibber

“What have I done? What horrid crime committed? To me the worst of crimes-outliv'd my liking.”

Life Done Worst Crime Committed

Book:The careless husband; The rival fools; The lady's last stake; Richard III

Source: The careless husband; The rival fools; The lady's last stake; Richard III

“Banish that fear; my flame can never waste, For love sincere refines upon the taste.”

Life Taste Waste Flames Sincere

Book:Cato. A Tragedy

Source: Cato. A Tragedy