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Quotes by Mae West

Born: 17th August 1893, Died: 22nd November 1980
Mae West was an American actress, playwright, and screenwriter known for her iconic seductive persona.
Welcome to our collection of quotes by the legendary Mae West. Mae West, an American actress, singer, playwright, and sex symbol, captivated audiences with her wit, charm, and unapologetic attitude. This page features a curated selection of her most memorable quotes, showcasing her fearless spirit and sassy personality. Delve into Mae West's world as you browse through this collection and discover her timeless wisdom, saucy one-liners, and humorous insights on love, life, and everything in between. Prepare to be entertained and inspired by the words of Mae West, a true icon of the stage and screen.

You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough. Read Summary

I generally avoid temptation unless I can't resist it. Read Summary

I'll try anything once, twice if I like it, three times to make sure. Read Summary

Marriage is a great institution, but I'm not ready for an institution. Read Summary

Cultivate your curves - they may be dangerous but they won't be avoided. Read Summary

Keep a diary, and someday it'll keep you. Read Summary

To err is human, but it feels divine. Read Summary

If I asked for a cup of coffee, someone would search for the double meaning. Read Summary

I'm no model lady. A model's just an imitation of the real thing. Read Summary

Right now I think censorship is necessary; the things they're doing and saying in films right now just shouldn't be allowed. There's no dignity anymore and I think that's very important. Read Summary

Anything worth doing is worth doing slowly. Read Summary

Whenever I'm caught between two evils, I take the one I've never tried. Read Summary

I believe in censorship. I made a fortune out of it. Read Summary

I never worry about diets. The only carrots that interest me are the number you get in a diamond. Read Summary

Give a man a free hand and he'll run it all over you. Read Summary

His mother should have thrown him out and kept the stork. Read Summary

A woman in love can't be reasonable - or she probably wouldn't be in love. Read Summary

I've been things and seen places. Read Summary

A man in the house is worth two in the street. Read Summary

Opportunity knocks for every man, but you have to give a woman a ring. Read Summary