Dennis Franz Quotes

• When he realized who he’d pulled over, the policeman shook his head in disbelief. He told me of all people I should know better. He gave me a real dressing down, but let me go.

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• One of the things I had a hard time getting used to when I came to California in ’78 was Santa Claus in shorts.

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• My doctor asked me if I smoked, and I said only when I’m working, golfing, or drinking. Then I realized the only time I don’t smoke is when I’m home. I didn’t even realize I’d become a smoker.

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• In a perfect world, you would be able to hold onto everyone. But It’s not realistic. The changes with NYPD have been progressive and have taken the show to new levels.

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• I’m not one of these actors who feels a pressing need to direct, and I have no plans to do it.

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• I’ll miss the relationships I have built with these actors. I’ll miss the devotion we have to this work. Over this length of time, the tendency is to think it will never end.

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• I’ll miss the comments from the people on the street who love the show and who have felt its impact on the culture. I won’t miss the shooting schedule, though!

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• I was so emotional. Choked up. I could hardly talk all day. I’ll be cleaning out my trailer and saying goodbye soon, realizing what a wonderful experience this has been.

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• I respect people and expect that kind of respect back.

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• I consider myself fortunate that I’ve been able to find a character that people have responded to.

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• I am not interested in considering another TV series. This one was a wonderful experience which will be hard to top, and It’s caused me to turn down several good film opportunities because of the schedule.

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• I always liked the smell of a smoke-filled room. I think it’s a good smell.

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• For lack of a better term, they’ve labeled me a sex symbol. It’s flattering and it should happen to every bald, overweight guy.

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• Everyone needs to be proactive and know the various warning signs of cancer. Early detection and research to make detection easier at earlier stages, along with the treatments needs, is still a must. I salute all those winning the battle.

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• Coming from Chicago, I like a white Christmas.

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• Changes have taken place since year one. When Caruso left, that was a big change. We’ve been able to adapt nicely. It’s given us new opportunities for different characters and story lines.

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Dennis Franz (16)

Birth:	28th October, 1944
Nationality:	American
Profession:	Actor

About

Dennis Franz is an American actor best known for his role as Andy Sipowicz, a hard-boiled police detective, in the television series NYPD Blue. He previously appeared as Lt. Norman Buntz on Hill Street Blues, and earlier played Detective Benedetto on the same show.

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