The whole idea of jazz came about was the interpretation of the human dialogue, trading fours. When someone's soloing and someone picks up the solo and plays it back at 'em, it was the imitation of the human dialogue. It… — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
What thoughts are to the individual, art is to the community as a whole. That's where you reflect on who you are, who you hope to be, what you've gone through, and where you hope to go. — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
Gregory Hines was the most talented man I've ever met or seen. Gregory Hines is one of those people that whenever he talked to… — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
One of the great things my grandparents and grandparents taught me was, there are those who don't have your best interests at heart. — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
Be your true self. Because if you're not, there are consequences to be paid. — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
Your actions are not in a vacuum. They impact other people. It may be in a way that's less obvious than in mainstream movies,… — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
I played trumpet for about two weeks. Sixth grade. And I didn't practice. Maybe a little longer than two weeks, but I didn't practice… — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
My mother was a teacher for 40 years. She was part of the United Teachers of New Orleans. — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
New Orleans, more than many places I know, actually tangibly lives its culture. It's not just a residual of life; it's a part of… — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
The Wire' really is an American classic, and I think that's something to be very proud of. — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
When you're doing comedy on stage, it's great because you have the audience there and they're like another actor in the scene. You feed… — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
I consider myself a journeyman actor, and I pride myself and look forward to keeping my career choices as diverse as possible because it… — Wendell Pierce Copy Share Image
