Top 57 Quotes by Patty Duke

During the rocky times, it never occurred to me that one day I would hold a position of respect and responsibility in the community.

I had been very close to Anne Bancroft when we worked together in The Miracle Worker.

When we want to say something negative to somebody we say, 'Aww, you're so crazy.'

I've survived. I've beaten my own bad system, and on some days, on most days, that feels like a miracle.

I met my husband while I was making a movie.

I can't tell you what I had for breakfast, but I can sing every single word of rock and roll.

The Eleanor Roosevelt Award that I received for women's rights activities is one I treasure.

Fairness is really important to me.

When I'm 80 and sitting in a rocking chair listening to the Rolling Stones, there is absolutely no way I'm going to feel old or forget my younger days.

Actors take risks all the time. We put ourselves on the line. It is creative to be able to interpret someone's words and breathe life into them.