24 Paul Lynde Quotes For Happy Campers

Famous As: Comedian and Actor Known for His Role as ‘Uncle Arthur’ in the TV Series ‘Bewitched’

Born On: 1926

Died On: 1982

Born In: Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States

Died At Age: 55

Paul Lynde was an American game show panellist, comedian, actor, and voice artist. He was renowned for his roles in ‘Bye Bye Birdie’ and ‘Bewitched.’ From 1968 to 1981, he was a regular ‘centre panellist’ on ‘Hollywood Squares’ game show. He also lent his voice to Hanna-Barbera productions several times. Some of his other noteworthy works include ‘For Those Who Think Young,’ ‘The Glass Bottom Boat,’ ‘The Villain,’ ‘Beach Blanket Bingo,’ ‘Under The Yum Yum Tree,’ ‘The Perry Como Show,’ ‘I Dream of Jeannie,’ ‘The Farmer’s Daughter,’ and ‘The Patty Duke Show,’ amongst various others. Following is a treasure trove of quotes by Paul Lynde that will make you day.

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If I hadn't become a celebrity, I'd probably be an alcoholic.

If I hadn't become a celebrity, I'd probably be an alcoholic.
Paul Lynde

If I ever completely lost my nervousness I would be frightened half to death.

If I ever completely lost my nervousness I would be frightened half to death.
Paul Lynde

I'm used to living alone, and I like it that way. You become so selfish living alone...I'd make a terrible husband anyway.

I'm used to living alone, and I like it that way. You become so selfish living alone...I'd make a terrible husband anyway.
Paul Lynde

I'm Liberace without a piano.
Paul Lynde

I wish I had the nerve not to tip.
Life
Paul Lynde

I was obsessed with being rich and famous.

I was obsessed with being rich and famous.
Paul Lynde

I think basically an actor is a salesman.

I think basically an actor is a salesman.
Paul Lynde

I sang in the choir for years, even though my family belonged to another church.

I sang in the choir for years, even though my family belonged to another church.
Life Family
Paul Lynde

I may find something that looks interesting and then go on to alter the recipe by adding spices, things of my own. I also look for time-saving recipes, dishes that can be prepared ahead and stored.

I may find something that looks interesting and then go on to alter the recipe by adding spices, things of my own. I also look for time-saving recipes, dishes that can be prepared ahead and stored.
Paul Lynde

I laughed all the way through Love Story.

I laughed all the way through Love Story.
Paul Lynde

I have this beautiful antique silver wine decanter that I bought at an auction. I always pour wine from that.

I have this beautiful antique silver wine decanter that I bought at an auction. I always pour wine from that.
Beautiful
Paul Lynde

I have an ulcer. It has an IQ of 185.
Paul Lynde

I feel now it's useless to keep hoping. The way things are today, we live in a world that needs laughter, and I've decided if I can make people laugh, I'm making a more important contribution.

I feel now it's useless to keep hoping. The way things are today, we live in a world that needs laughter, and I've decided if I can make people laugh, I'm making a more important contribution.
Happiness
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I don't understand why people don't remember my name.

I don't understand why people don't remember my name.
Paul Lynde

I don't know who the hell Paul Lynde is, or why he's funny, and I prefer it to be a mystery to me.

I don't know who the hell Paul Lynde is, or why he's funny, and I prefer it to be a mystery to me.
Paul Lynde

I don't always prepare such rich meals. Sometimes I'll just serve a simple quiche, salad and dessert for dinner. During the week I try to eat lightly.

I don't always prepare such rich meals. Sometimes I'll just serve a simple quiche, salad and dessert for dinner. During the week I try to eat lightly.
Trying
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I cant stand those food cult people who bring their own food into the house. All those little thermoses and paper bags-it makes the other guests uncomfortable.

I cant stand those food cult people who bring their own food into the house. All those little thermoses and paper bags-it makes the other guests uncomfortable.
Paul Lynde

I can't even get three weeks off to have cosmetic surgery.

I can't even get three weeks off to have cosmetic surgery.
Paul Lynde

Food was a constant topic of conversation in our household.

Food was a constant topic of conversation in our household.
Paul Lynde

Comedy is exaggerated realism. It can be stretched to the almost ludicrous, but it must always be believable.

Comedy is exaggerated realism. It can be stretched to the almost ludicrous, but it must always be believable.
Paul Lynde

As far as cookbooks go, I think Joy of Cooking is a classic. I've used it over and over again. Julia Child frustrates me. By the time you get all her herbs together, you're exhausted

As far as cookbooks go, I think Joy of Cooking is a classic. I've used it over and over again. Julia Child frustrates me. By the time you get all her herbs together, you're exhausted
Children
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