We rely upon the poets, the philosophers, and the playwrights to articulate what most of us can only feel, in joy and sorrow. They illuminate the thoughts for which we only grope; they give us the strength and balm we cannot find in ourselves. Whenever I feel my courage wavering I rush to them. They will give me the wisdom of acceptance, the will and resilience to push on.
Helen Hayes Quotes
Everybody starts at the top, and then has the problem of staying there. Lasting accomplishment, however, is still achieved through a long, slow climb and self-discipline.
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| Birth: | 10th October, 1900 |
| Death: | 17th March, 1993 |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | Actress |
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Helen Hayes MacArthur was born in Washington, D.C., USA. She was an American actress. She eventually garnered the nickname "First Lady of American Theatre" and was one of 12 people who have won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony Award. Her role in several films include: The Sin of Madelon Claudet(won-Academy Award for Best Actress), A Farewell to Arms, The White Sister, What Every Woman Knows, Vanessa, My Son John, Anastasia, Airport(won-Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress), Herbie Rides Again, One of Our Dinosaurs Is Missing, and Candleshoe. She received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, from then-President Ronald Reagan in 1986.
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