My Pa always said, ‘Live fast, die laughing,’ that’s the way to do it.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that it's best to live life to the fullest, even if it's short. Your father believed that you should enjoy every moment and not worry too much about the future, because the most important thing is to have fun and be happy, even if it means your life is over sooner. This advice encourages you to make the most of your time and not take life too seriously.
About Doug McClure
Doug McClure was an American actor who had a long career in film and television from the 1950s to the 1990s. He is best known for his role as the cowboy Trampas on the TV series The Virginian, as well as for playing the mayor-turned-police chief Kyle Applegate on Out of This World. He was also briefly married to actress BarBara Luna.