Hattie McDaniel Quotes

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Why should I complain about making $7, 000 a week playing a maid? If I didn't, I'd be making $7.00 a week actually being one!

Hattie McDaniel

There is only eighteen inches between a pat on the back and a kick in the seat of the pants.

Hattie McDaniel

It has made me feel very, very humble and I shall always hold it as a beacon for anything that I may be able to do in the future. I sincerely hope I shall always be a credit to my race and to the motion picture industry.

Hattie McDaniel

Hattie McDaniel

Hattie McDaniel

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Born: June 10, 1895

Died: October 26, 1952 (aged 57)

Bio: Hattie McDaniel was an African American stage actress, professional singer-songwriter, and comedian.

Known for:

Gone with the Wind (1939)
Song of the South (1946)
Beulah (Since 1950)
The Little Colonel (1935)
Show Boat (1936)

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