Clark Quote by Myrna Loy
““We always used to celebrate together at the end of a picture. Clark insisted on it. Maybe we’d include the director, maybe not. It was just a kind of ritual that the two of us had. We would share a bottle of champagne while he read poetry to me, usually the sonnets of Shakespeare. He loved poetry, and read beautifully, with great sensitivity, but he wouldn’t dare let anyone else know it. He was afraid people would think him weak or effeminite and not the tough guy who liked to fish and hunt. I was the only one he trusted. He never wanted me to tell about this, and here I am giving him away, but I never mentioned it while he was alive.””
About This Quote
Source Film: The Little Foxes, 1941 (anecdotal recollection)
A man hides his love for poetry to maintain a tough masculine image, sharing it only with a trusted friend.
In simple terms: He hides his sensitive side to appear strong.
Key Takeaway
Accept and honor all parts of yourself.
Themes
masculinity
vulnerability
trust
rituals
Mood
nostalgic
introspective
Type
personal
anecdotal
When to use this quote
- film set celebrations
- personal confidences
- private rituals
Key Concepts
gender performance
emotional concealment
friendship
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear of judgment shape your self‑presentation?
- What rituals help you reveal hidden facets?
A Different Perspective
He feared judgment and thus kept his poetic side secret, limiting authentic expression.
![“When I think of [my relationship with Gable], considering the way it started, it was curious. We became devoted to each other. We weren't lovers-he was in love with Carole Lombard...we eventually became more like siblings. Nobody believes that and you can understand why...but our relationship was…” quote by Myrna Loy](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/210/myrna-loy-30027_believe_when-i-think-of-my-relationship-with-gab_451814.jpg)
