Robin Williams Academy Award-winning actor and comedian has died aged 63. He leaves behind a vast body of work and some great quotes. Here are just a few.
“I’m sorry, if you were right, I’d agree with you.”
“No matter what anybody tells you, words and ideas can change the world.” – John Keating, Dead Poets Society (1989)
“I always thought the idea of education was to learn to think for yourself.” – John Keating, Dead Poets Society (1989)
“Why do they call it rush hour when nothing moves?”
“Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!”
“Our job is improving the quality of life, not just delaying death.” – Patch Adams, Patch Adams (1998)
“The idea of having a steady job is appealing.”
“You’ll have bad times, but it’ll always wake you up to the good stuff you weren’t paying attention to.” – Sean Maguire, from Good Will Hunting (1997)
“There is still a lot to learn and there is always great stuff out there. Even mistakes can be wonderful.”
“Every human being has an impact on another.” – Patch Adams, Patch Adams (1998)
“If you listen real close, you can hear them whisper their legacy to you. Go on, lean in. Listen, you hear it? Carpe diem, seize the day boys, make your lives extraordinary.” – John Keating, Dead Poets Society (1989)
“You must strive to find your own voice. Because the longer you wait to begin, the less likely you are to find it at all.” – John Keating, Dead Poets Society (1989)
“Please, don’t worry so much. Because in the end, none of us have very long on this Earth. Life is fleeting. And if you’re ever distressed, cast your eyes to the summer sky when the stars are strung across the velvety night. And when a shooting star streaks through the blackness, turning night into day… make a wish and think of me. Make your life spectacular.” – Jack Powell, Jack (1996)
