Aidan Turner Quotes, born June 19, 1983, in Dublin, Ireland, is an acclaimed Irish actor celebrated for his roles as Ross Poldark in the BBC’s Poldark (2015–2019), Kíli in The Hobbit trilogy (2012–2014), and John Mitchell in Being Human (2009–2011). After graduating from the Gaiety School of Acting in 2004, he honed his craft in theater with Ireland’s Abbey Theatre before transitioning to film and television. His portrayal of Poldark earned him a National Television Award in 2016, and he was voted Sexiest Man in the World by Glamour UK that year. These 15 quotes—sourced from interviews, public statements, and posts on X—reflect his thoughts on acting, authenticity, career choices, and personal life, capturing his grounded and passionate spirit.
15 Aidan Turner Quotes
- “I was really into films when I was younger, but I feel like a bit of a phony sometimes—I started acting because I didn’t know what else to do.” (IMDb, n.d.)
- “I want to spend the night alone in a haunted mansion. I wouldn’t say I’m sceptical because that word implies the truth is out there when there is no truth out there.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “You can’t beat a love triangle.” (AZQuotes, n.d.)
- “A good trick I learnt early on is not to immediately look at playback because once you know the shot, you can see when the camera is on you.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “When you walk onto a Peter Jackson set, you can see straightaway that money isn’t an issue.” (QuoteTab, n.d.)
- “I’m not an extravagant person. You don’t get a chance to spend money when you’re working on a TV show.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “On a beautiful clear Sunday morning, myself and James Nesbitt jumped out of a plane together at 18,000 feet.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “I text her [my mother] a lot to let her know where I am and what I am doing. Even if I am out for the night in Dublin with friends and will be late home, I still keep her in touch.” (IMDb, n.d.)
- “It’s all about the work for me. That’s why I do what I do.” (X Post, @Poldarked, 2017-01-21)
- “I personally don’t do social media. Being judged by people I don’t know isn’t something I’m very interested in.” (Aidan Turner News, 2021-03)
- “I feel like a bit of a phony sometimes—I started acting because I didn’t know what else to do. I filled in all these university application forms and honestly didn’t want to do any of the courses.” (AZQuotes, n.d.)
- “The whole thing is a bit preposterous, it’s kind of nuts, you know; I got a little bit overwhelmed.” (Vogue, 2016-08-02)
- “I think every actor wants a certain amount of control. Maybe not control, as such, but just to be part of the process.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “When you’re part of an ensemble and share the screen with so many people, you become close to them because you’re hanging out all the time.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “As an actor, to explore the inner workings of this great artist was a very exciting and humbling experience.” (Aidan Turner News, 2021-03)
Aidan Turner’s quotes blend humility, passion, and a touch of Irish wit, inspiring fans to pursue their craft with authenticity and embrace life’s unexpected turns. Which one resonates with your journey? Drop it in the comments and keep his charismatic legacy thriving!
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