Emmys Quote by Regina King
“I've always been selective about materials I choose anyways. The incoming calls haven't been projects that I necessarily want to do. Now I can always be called "Emmy winner Regina King."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Regina King, 2023
The speaker emphasizes selective work choices and the pride of being recognized as an award‑winning actress, despite receiving many calls.
In simple terms: She chooses projects carefully and values the “Emmy winner” label.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize meaningful work over volume.
Themes
career
choice
recognition
self‑esteem
Mood
confident
reflective
ambitious
Type
professional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- declining unwanted projects
- leveraging accolades for new opportunities
- setting personal standards
Key Concepts
selectivity
award identity
professional branding
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria guide your project selection?
- How does recognition affect your creative decisions?
A Different Perspective
The focus on accolades may overlook collaborative effort.
![“We don't ask for opinions on our outfit all the time - but for a big of event, like the Emmys, absolutely. I actually sent my sister a picture of the [J Mendel] dress I wore to the Emmys before I chose it, and she was obsessed. She was like, "Oh, I want that." And I said, "Let me wear it first!"” quote by Kate Mara](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3d8/kate-mara-16974_asks_we-don-t-ask-for-opinions-on-our-outfit_330475.jpg)