Yul Brynner quotes

Yul Brynner was a Russian-born actor and director best known for his iconic role as King Mongkut in "The King and I." With his distinctive bald head and commanding presence, Brynner captivated audiences on both stage and screen. His career spanned over four decades, earning him numerous awards including two Tony Awards and an Academy Award for Best Actor. Beyond his acting prowess, Brynner was also a talented photographer and musician. Discover more about this legendary performer and his enduring legacy in Hollywood.

Girls have an unfair advantage over men: if they can't get what they want by being smart, they can get it by being dumb.

- Yul Brynner

When I am dead and buried, on my tombstone I would like to have it written, "I have arrived." Because when you feel that you have arrived, you are dead.

- Yul Brynner

I am just a nice, clean-cut Mongolian boy.

- Yul Brynner

Because when you feel that you have arrived, you are dead.

- Yul Brynner

I have been offered a lot for my work, but never everything.

- Yul Brynner

Now that I'm gone, I tell you, don't smoke.

- Yul Brynner