William Sanderson (born January 10, 1944) is an American character actor famous for his roles in Blade Runner, Deadwood, True Blood, and as a cast member in the long-running 1980s television series Newhart.
The only consistent hobby I've had is studying Spanish and French because of some delusion of grandeur to work around the world. I love sports but usually I'm looking for the next job.
I'm probably the most pessimistic actor I know. I'm always sure I'll never work again.
The best came from my martial arts teacher, who also taught Elvis. He said, Your ego will get you killed.
I'm not known for my intellectual range and tricks have been played on me.
When I was in the Army, I read a book by Adlai Stevenson. He said law was as noble as saving a person's life. So at one point, I felt that way too.
One of the joys about acting is researching.
It's hard to watch something you've done many years ago.
I love the word 'resonance. '
I've said maybe too many times that I'd rather be typecast than not cast at all.
I'm a journeyman actor, and I don't ever want to forget that. With romantic-lead dreams.
I like Edward G. Robinson - he started as a character actor and became a lead, which is probably why I like him.
When you play so many outcasts and derelicts, or even a murderer, you need to play someone healthy.