Actor Quote by David Krumholtz
![“I'm not sure I enjoyed doing [Gigi Does It]. I'm cool with just being an actor. If anything, I learned to be proud of being an actor.” quote by David Krumholtz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d86/david-krumholtz-7751_actors_i-m-not-sure-i-enjoyed-doing-gigi-does-i_2126086.jpg)
“I'm not sure I enjoyed doing [Gigi Does It]. I'm cool with just being an actor. If anything, I learned to be proud of being an actor.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Big Bang Theory (2014)
He prefers acting over a specific role, learning pride in his craft, highlighting professional identity over individual projects.
In simple terms: Proud of being an actor, not just a role.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your profession fully.
Themes
career identity
pride
versatility
Mood
reflective
confident
Type
career
inspirational
When to use this quote
- auditioning
- role selection
- career planning
Key Concepts
acting craft
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines your professional pride?
- How do you balance role variety with identity?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on identity may overlook project growth.
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![“That was pretty cool [Life With Mikey]. Michael J. Fox at the time was huge. I was like, "Whoa, he's a real bona fide movie star!" I was a kid. It was a huge deal. That's kind of it. We shot it in Toronto, and a little bit in New York.” quote by David Krumholtz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/45e/david-krumholtz-7751_bits_that-was-pretty-cool-life-with-mikey-mic_155478.jpg)
![“[10 Things I Hate About You] is a smart and grounded film about a real, well-rounded girl. I think the only other teen film that came close to getting that right was Can't Hardly Wait.” quote by David Krumholtz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/26c/david-krumholtz-7751_cinema_10-things-i-hate-about-you-is-a-smart-an_237070.jpg)
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