Andy Rooney

Commentator Essayist American 1919 – 2011

60 Minutes correspondent known for witty end-of-show essays.

378 quotes

"We're all responsible for our own happiness."
Happiness
"The truth about life is that it's complicated."
Life
"I believe that every person has potential."
Inspiration
"The greatest journey is within ourselves."
Philosophy
"We all have dreams, the question is whether we pursue them."
Dreams
"The most powerful tool is education."
Education
"I've learned that failure is part of success."
Success
"We're all capable of more than we think."
Strength
"The truth is we're all mortal."
Death
"I believe that creativity is essential."
Creativity
"The present moment is all we really have."
Time
"We waste time worrying about what others think."
Wisdom
"The meaning of life is different for everyone."
Philosophy
"I think the most important skill is listening."
Relationships
"We're all connected to nature."
Nature
"The power of words is immense."
Literature
"I believe that everyone has value."
Wisdom
"The greatest achievement is knowing yourself."
"We all struggle, that's what makes us human."
Life
"The truth will eventually come out."
Truth
"I've learned that gratitude changes everything."
Gratitude
"We're all stronger than we think."
Strength
"The beauty of life is in its uncertainty."
Beauty
"I believe that hope is essential."
Hope
"We spend too much time on trivial things."
Wisdom
"The most important relationship is with yourself."
Relationships
"I think the world needs more kindness."
Kindness
"We're all part of something bigger."
Philosophy
"The power within you is greater than you know."
Strength
"I believe that life is worth living."
Life