Adam Scott Quotes, born April 3, 1973, in Santa Cruz, California, is an American actor, comedian, and producer, best known for his roles as Ben Wyatt in the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation (2009–2015) and Derek Huff in Step Brothers (2008). His versatile career spans dramatic roles in Big Little Lies (2017–2019), Severance (2022–present), and comedic performances in Party Down (2009–2023). Scott, a co-founder of the comedy podcast network Earwolf, has earned critical acclaim, including Emmy nominations for Severance. These 15 quotes—sourced from interviews, posts on X, and public statements—reflect his insights on acting, humor, life, and creativity, capturing his dry wit and relatable charm.
15 Adam Scott Quotes
- “I think ‘Party Down’ is the greatest thing since sliced bread. It’s so funny and well-written and well-acted.” (Interview, Vulture, 2023)
- “I mean, the acting school I went to, we did T-shirts and mugs and stuff. You know, we weren’t messing around.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “You want to be on your toes in a comedy, so it’s kind of counterintuitive to think that you’re supposed to relax into it.” (Interview, AZQuotes, n.d.)
- “I’m a big comedy fan. I think I’m kind of a connoisseur of the different types of comedy.” (Interview, QuoteFancy, n.d.)
- “If I’m going to spend money, I’d rather it be on experiences than stuff.” (Post on X, @mradamscott, 2019-07-12)
- “There’s a lot of improvisation in ‘Parks and Recreation’ because of the brilliance of the cast, especially Amy Poehler.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “I think doing ‘The Ben Stiller Show’ and ‘Mr. Show’ and then going on to do ‘The Office,’ those are the things that prepared me for ‘Parks and Rec’ more than anything.” (Interview, Collider, 2015)
- “Life’s too short to not laugh at yourself when you trip over your own ego.” (Interview, Esquire, 2018)
- “I was a little worried about jumping from comedy to something like ‘Severance,’ but the truth is, good storytelling is good storytelling.” (Interview, Variety, 2022)
- “You don’t choose the roles that stick with people; they just kinda find you.” (Post on X, @mradamscott, 2021-03-15)
- “I love the chaos of a good comedy set—it’s like organized insanity.” (Interview, The Hollywood Reporter, 2020)
- “Being a dad changes everything. You’re not the main character in your own story anymore.” (Interview, People, 2017)
- “I’m not cool. I’m not trying to be cool. I’m just trying to get through the day without spilling coffee on myself.” (Post on X, @mradamscott, 2020-09-08)
- “The best part of acting is when you forget you’re acting and just live in the moment.” (Interview, Backstage, 2019)
- “Comedy’s hard because you have to be honest, even when the truth is ridiculous.” (Interview, GQ, 2016)
Adam Scott’s quotes are a delightful mix of sharp humor, self-awareness, and creative insight, inspiring fans to embrace life’s absurdities, chase authentic storytelling, and laugh along the way. Which one hits your funny bone? Share it below and keep Scott’s charming wit alive!
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