I’m interested in playing old ladies because I am becoming one. And I want to become a very good one!
Meaning of the quote
The actress Tyne Daly is interested in playing older women in her acting roles because she is getting older herself. She wants to become very good at playing these types of characters as she gets older, so she can portray them realistically and with skill.
About Tyne Daly
Tyne Daly is an acclaimed American actress with a storied career spanning over six decades. She has won numerous awards, including six Emmys and a Tony, for her outstanding performances on stage and screen. Daly is best known for her leading roles in hit TV shows like Cagney & Lacey, Christy, and Judging Amy, as well as her Broadway roles in classics like Gypsy and Master Class.
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