"The pleasure we derive from doing favors is partly in the feeling it gives us that we are not altogether worthless. It is a pleasant surprise to ourselves."
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About Angela Lansbury
Angela Lansbury is a British-American actress who has had a prolific and distinguished career in film, television, and theater. She was born in London in 1925 to a prominent family in the entertainment industry. Lansbury's career spans over seven decades and includes iconic roles in movies like 'Gaslight' and 'The Manchurian Candidate', as well as her long-running and beloved role as Jessica Fletcher in the television series 'Murder, She Wrote'. She has received numerous awards for her contributions to the entertainment industry, including multiple Golden Globes and Tony Awards.
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