The 35 Best Zsa Zsa Gabor Quotes

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Hungarian-born actress and socialite Zsa Zsa Gabor was known for her luxurious taste, glamorous sense of style, and, of course, for her penchant for high-profile marriages to wealthy men. Of the course of her 99 years of life, 60 years in Hollywood and nine husbands, Gabor never failed to speak her mind—particularly when it came to matters of men, marriage and life as a celebutante. Here, we're taking a look back at some of the late legend's most memorable quotes.

1.

Hairstyle, Jewellery, Fashion accessory, Eyelash, Pink, Body jewelry, Fashion, Wrist, Lipstick, Earrings,

"I never hated a man enough to give him his diamonds back."

2.

Style, Sitting, Stocking, Thigh, Knee, Jewellery, Tights, Necklace, Pantyhose, Retro style,

"I believe that in life you should always take the serious things lightly and the light things seriously. This attitude of mine gets me into a lot of trouble."

3.

Style, Dress, Fashion accessory, Jewellery, Eyelash, Picture frame, Monochrome photography, Day dress, Lamp, Makeover,

"Being jealous of a beautiful woman is not going to make you more beautiful."

4.

Drinkware, Glass, Tableware, Drink, Serveware, Dishware, Plate, Bottle, Food craving, Stemware,

"Any woman who diets all the time can't help but be grouchy. Nobody can be amusing or entertaining on a diet."

5.

Sleeve, Textile, Joint, Human leg, Standing, Style, Dress, One-piece garment, Pattern, Headgear,

"I tell you, in this world being a little crazy helps to keep you sane."

6.

Drink, Stemware, Wine glass, Jewellery, Fashion accessory, Wrist, Barware, Distilled beverage, Alcoholic beverage, Alcohol,

"What is really important for a woman, you know, even more than being beautiful or intelligent, is to be entertaining."

7.

Lip, Hairstyle, Lipstick, Costume accessory, Embellishment, Makeover, Vintage clothing, Portrait, Fashion illustration, Retro style,

"Love should be an inspiration, not an obligation."

8.

Trousers, Human body, Dress, Photograph, Coat, Outerwear, Formal wear, Style, Dress shirt, Suit,

"How many husbands have I had? You mean apart from my own?"

9.

Hairstyle, Style, Eyelash, Fashion accessory, Beauty, Makeover, Hair accessory, Model, Headpiece, Earrings,

"There's no better money to spend than your own."

10.

Dress, Lipstick, One-piece garment, Vintage clothing, Costume, Embellishment, Makeover, Day dress, Angel, Retro style,

"Parisian men make love all day and have no time to work; American men work all day and have no time for love."

11.

Head, Hairstyle, Style, Lampshade, Lamp, Interior design, Sitting, Beauty, Interior design, Monochrome,

"Remember—the only place men want depth in their women is in her décolletage."

12.

Eyewear, Glasses, Vision care, Serveware, Dishware, Tableware, Drinkware, Table, Tie, Plate,

"My most favorite joke is that to keep a marriage, the husband should have a night out with the boys and the wife should have a night out with the boys, too."

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Shoulder, Dress, Orange, Fashion, Neck, Day dress, Peach, Jewellery, One-piece garment, Blond,

"Husbands are like fires—they go out when unattended."

14.

Room, Monochrome photography, Black-and-white, Vintage clothing, Picture frame, Sandal, Foot,

"To a smart girl men are no problem—they're the answer."

15.

Clothing, Hair, Smile, Coat, Trousers, Shirt, Suit, Dress, Outerwear, Jewellery,

"I always said marriage should be a fifty-fifty proposition. He should be at least fifty years old, and have at least fifty-million dollars."

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Textile, Style, Street fashion, Fashion model, Vintage clothing, Lipstick, Model, High heels, Monochrome, Fashion design,

"I believe in large families. Every woman should have at least three husbands."

17.

Nose, Lip, Hairstyle, Chin, Lipstick, Pink, Eyelash, Fashion accessory, Fashion, Embellishment,

"I want a man who's kind and understanding. Is that too much to ask of a millionaire?"

18.

Style, Victorian fashion, Fashion, Hand fan, Vintage clothing, Costume design, Decorative fan, Retro style, Embellishment, Day dress,

"Personally, I know nothing about sex, because I have always been married."

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Photograph, Eyewear, Retro style, Snapshot, Black-and-white, Monochrome, Photography, Monochrome photography, Vintage clothing, Headgear,

"I love the intellectual type. They know everything and suspect nothing."

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Shoulder, Human leg, Joint, Sleeveless shirt, Chest, Muscle, Thigh, Trunk, Active tank, Calf,

"Macho does not prove mucho."

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Face, Lip, Mouth, Jewellery, Eyelash, Dress, Fashion accessory, Earrings, Beauty, Fashion,

"I don't take gifts from perfect strangers—but then, nobody is perfect."

22.

Monochrome, Foot, Model, Barefoot, Art model, Undergarment, Lingerie, Toe, Stock photography,

"One of my theories is that men love with their eyes; women love with their ears."

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I am an experienced editor, writer, and creative strategist, specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content for digital media outlets, as well as video and social platforms. While I currently operate as a freelance contributor/consultant, with such clients as The Zoe Report, my 10+-year background in the industry was cultivated at the dot-coms of elite publications, including Harper’s BAZAAR, ELLE, and Marie Claire.