When it comes to the ladies of Sex and the City, not all have fared well in retrospect (ahem, Carrie). However, the one who remains unbothered is Samantha Jones, the unapologetic PR maven portrayed so masterfully by Kim Cattrall. In an era when feminism was still finding its voice, Samantha was the fierce icon we all needed. The race to settle down and bear children? No thanks. Waiting for a man to choose you? Absolutely not. Allowing others’ judgments to dictate your path? That’s simply not in her playbook.
Samantha was the epitome of authenticity, openly discussing her desires and relationships while looking impeccable in every scene during the show’s six-season run. Even 15 years after the series concluded, her quotes still garner a staggering search volume of nearly 1,900 per month. Talk about effective branding! To celebrate this iconic character, we’ve compiled some of her most memorable quotes that will transport you back to a vibrant New York City.
- “Let me tell you something. The ideal guy is a myth. Start living your life.”
- “If I worried about what every woman in New York thought of me, I’d be a hermit.”
- “I refuse to be judged by you or society.”
- “Get it right once, shame on you; get it wrong twice, shame on me.”
- “At fifty-two, I will own this outfit like a queen.”
- “I’ve always embraced my body just the way it is.”
- “When a guy gets mad in a meeting, he’s assertive. When a woman does, she’s emotional.”
- “I love you, but I love myself first.”
- “Men, children—it’s all the same. We’re soulmates.”
- “You had Mr. Big; I’m indulging in Mr. Too Big.”
- “I’m tri-sexual; I’ll try anything once.”
- “Honestly, I don’t understand how you all handle all that emotional nonsense. It’s draining.”
- “Why does everyone feel the need to marry and procreate? So cliché.”
- Charlotte: “A relationship must be grounded in honesty and communication.”
Samantha: “If you were 25, that’d be cute, but at 32, it’s just naive.” - “Oh, please! There’s always a competition with an ex—it’s called ‘who will end up miserable first.’”
- “His issue? He’s a jerk.”
- “Say ‘I hate you’ to a guy, and you’ll have the best sex ever. Say ‘I love you,’ and you’ll probably never see him again.”
- “I’m sick of encountering parents everywhere.”
- “Hello, I’m fabulous.”
- “Love is a real pain in the ass.”
- “Yes, I’m tough. I’m demanding, stubborn, self-sufficient, and always right.”
- “I don’t subscribe to the Republican or Democratic parties; I just believe in parties.”
- “I’m done with the idea of great love; I’m back to enjoying great lovers.”
- “Kegel exercises? I’m doing mine right now.”
- “The good ones disappoint you, the bad ones disappoint you… and the rest don’t even know how.”
- “Marriage doesn’t guarantee a happy ending, just an ending.”
- Charlotte: “I saw the ring and felt nauseous.”
Samantha: “That’s my typical reaction to marriage.” - “You can’t swing a designer purse without hitting five losers. Where have all the good men gone?”
- “If he seems too perfect, he probably is.”
- “I’m a delightful person. Get to know me before you decide to dislike me.”
- “If you try to turn me into one of those married jerks, I’ll end you.”
- “Sweetheart, don’t listen to every little thought that pops into your head; it’ll drive you insane.”
- “I refuse to be judged by you or society. I’ll wear whatever I want and be with whomever I please.”
- “To me, the sign of a good relationship is whether you’re frowning or smiling.”
- Samantha: “What is it about California air? I sleep like a baby here.”
Carrie: “It’s not the air; your headboard knocked you out cold.” - “A country thrives with a handsome leader. Look at Nixon; no one wanted him, so he took everyone down with him.”
- “Honey, I’m not big on marriage, but Botox? Now that’s a game-changer.”
- “Oh darling, you made a little joke! Kudos to you.”
- “Hey, jerk, I’m talking.”
- “Here’s to the groom who finally got carried away.”
- “Don’t blame marriage; this one’s hitched and not cultivating a national forest down there.”
- “I’m Samantha, and I’m addicted to love.”
- “If you want the lifestyle, you need to look the part.”
- “Always appear to know where you’re headed, even if you don’t.”
- “Most relationships I know are built on lies and mutual delusions.”
- “Who we are in bed reflects who we are in life. I’ve never met a bad lover who was a good person.”
- “Men cheat for the same reason dogs lick themselves—because they can.”
- “Men consistently do this: Women think ‘we,’ but their version of ‘we’ is ‘me and my penis.’”
- “I’m done with the chase for great love; I’m back to great lovers.”
- “Nipples are trending right now; just check any magazine.”
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In summary, Samantha Jones remains a powerful symbol of self-empowerment and unapologetic living. Her iconic quotes remind us of the importance of embracing ourselves and living life on our own terms.