David Boreanaz
Birth Name: David Patrick Boreanaz
Birthdate: May 16, 1969
Birthplace: Buffalo, New York, USA
Occupation: Actor
Profile: Best known for
Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Boreanaz
Number of Quotes: 60
Angel was a character who had a soul but was always seeking forgiveness... Buffy was a
show about high school and Angel was a show about the darkness after high school.
Comparing the themes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and its spin-off, Angel.
Bones was a great experience. It was a long run, and I'm proud of the work we did. It's nice to have that chapter closed and to move on to new things.
Reflecting on the conclusion of the television series Bones after 12 seasons.
Do I believe in giving up? No, I don't.
On persistence.
Growing up, I saw my dad do charity work for children with health issues. That had a profound effect on me.
He's my best friend, my partner in crime, my everything.
A quote about his close relationship with his on-screen partner in SEAL Team, Max Thieriot.
I am not Angel. I am not Booth. I'm David. And I like to have fun.
Distinguishing himself from the brooding, iconic characters he has played.
I believe in letting each person find what they need and not getting involved with their destiny.
I believe that life is too short to live with regrets.
I could easily escape to a hotel for a weekend and do absolutely nothing.
I didn't grow up as child actor.
I didn't come from a traditional background of studying theater and
doing Shakespeare.
I don't do serious.
Spoken about his approach to certain roles.
I don't take myself too seriously. Life's too short. You have to have fun and enjoy what you're doing.
A common philosophy he expresses about his career and life.
I fell into this business. I was walking my dog and someone saw me and asked if I wanted to be on television.
The often-told story of his discovery
by a producer while walking his dog near the Hollywood sign.
I gave up drinking once — it was the worst afternoon of my entire life.
I had my shortcomings — crazy hair, braces, bad skin and all that stuff. I went through it all.
I hate TiVo, I hate DVRs. I do not get them.
I have a very clear vision as to what I want at the end of my prep, and then I throw it out and let the creative process take over.
I have the best job in the world. I get to play pretend for a living.
Expressing his gratitude and love for the profession of acting.
I haven't been faithful to my wife. Our marriage has been tainted with my infidelities. I was irresponsible.
I let my drinking do the talking.
Anecdotal quip.
I like old cars, old watches, anything with a vintage, antique kind of a feel to it. I'm just more in tune with that than anything else.
I like to be against the odds. I'm not afraid to be lonely at the top. With me, it's just the satisfaction of the game. Just performance.
Reflecting competitive drive.
I like to direct for the big screen.
I like to escape to hotels.
I love going over to Europe.
I never stop looking for things to try and make myself better.
I see L.A. as a beautiful blonde with dirty underwear.
I seem to get recognized more in London and Europe than over here in the States.
I think it's always challenging to look at a script and make it your own while maintaining the sense of what the style of the show is.
I was associated with a woman who I was involved with and had a relationship with. She asked
for money. I felt as though I was being blackmailed or there was some sort of extortion.
I went to Ithaca, found the Grateful Dead and my life was changed.
Widely cited from profiles about his college years.
I want to make films and write films, which will happen, I'm just taking a different route
right now. I'm a bit of a chameleon with the whole entertainment industry so to speak.
I wanted to play sports my whole life. That's all I really wanted to do.
I was always one who was clowning around in school and getting in trouble.
I went to Ithaca, found the Grateful Dead and my life was changed.
I'd like to do an independent film.
I'm a bit of a chameleon with the whole entertainment industry so to speak.
Said in interviews about career choices.
I'm a fighter. I'm a lover.
Short personal aphorism.
I'm a sock guy.
Light-hearted personal detail.
I'm a sports guy. Football, God, I flip out.
I'm glad that I'm able to entertain and be a part of people watching shows and enjoying the work.
Public remarks about acting.
I'm just a regular guy from Philadelphia.
A frequent refrain he uses to ground himself and describe his upbringing and personality.
I've just always liked hotels. I like the bed and the sheets and everything that comes along with it.
I've never really been concerned about being typecast, for me it's just about enjoying my work and being very professional in taking things on.
In a sacred ground like marriage, you find yourself out of it at certain times for reasons
unknown that can be destructive. There could be a demon that kind of comes out and overtakes you.
It's a blessing to be a part of such great shows that they're so recognizable.
It's all about the work. Showing up, being prepared, and respecting the people you work with.
His professional ethos on set, especially noted by colleagues on SEAL Team.
It's not about the money. It's about the passion for the project and the people you get to work with.
On his criteria for choosing roles and projects.
My career is an open book, but my life is not.
My father always told me, Keep your head down and work hard.
That's what I've always tried to do.
Citing the advice from his father, famous weatherman Dave Roberts.
Nobody offered me a job so I did this instead.
Quoted in profiles/interviews about starting his career.
SEAL Team is incredibly demanding, both physically and mentally. We strive for authenticity in everything we do.
Discussing the challenges and commitments of his role as Jason Hayes on SEAL Team.
Shooting a television show can be very difficult and at times can really wear on you. If you keep
reminding yourself that it is a job and you show up together as a team and as a whole, you can prevail.
On work ethic on TV.
The fans are the reason we get to do what we do. Their passion and support over the years has been incredible.
Acknowledging the dedication of his fanbase across multiple decades and shows.
The future is destined only for tomorrow's work and today's thoughts.
There's a lot of pressure that comes with playing a character that people love. You don't want to let them down.
On the responsibility of playing beloved characters like Angel and Seeley Booth.
To have that opportunity to direct under my belt was fantastic, so I'm glad I did it.
Talking about directing episodes of his shows.
We were a family. We grew up together on that set, and the bonds we formed are forever.
Reflecting on his time with the cast of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
When you see people with drive, with a thirst to do something and a desire to help other people, you have to have the willingness to get behind them.
Quoted in interviews about supporting projects/people.
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