Quotessence
Home / Quotes / Quote by Katharine Hepburn

Quote by Katharine Hepburn

“I would have been a terrible mother because I'm basically a very selfish human being. Not that that has stopped most people going off and having children.”

Quote by Katharine Hepburn

Author

Katharine Hepburn
Katharine Hepburn

Katharine Hepburn (May 12, 1907 – June 29, 2003) was an iconic American actress known for her fierce independence, sharp wit, and distinctive voice. With a career spanning over six decades, she won four Academy Awards for Best Actress, a record that still stands. Hepburn starred in classic films such as The Philadelphia Story, The African Queen, and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner. She defied Hollywood conventions, refusing to conform to traditional gender roles, and became a symbol of female empowerment. Her legacy as a trailblazer in cinema and culture remains unparalleled. more

You May Also Like

“There have been times when I wanted children and other times I've been grateful not to have them. I am a mess if I have to say goodbye to my dog for longer than five days. I don't know how I would deal with kissing my children as I left for work. I know there are women who are able to do that. I don't know if I could.”