Matt LeBlanc, born Matthew Steven LeBlanc is an American actor, television producer and comedian. He is most prominently known for his portrayal of Joey Tribbiani in the NBC sitcom Friends and in its spin-off series, Joey. For this role, he received three nominations at the Primetime Emmy Awards. He also co-hosted Top Gear from 2016 to 2019.
LeBlanc was born in Newton, Massachusetts. He was rejected from working in the modelling industry at the age of 17 since he was too short to be in the industry. He was reportedly down to his last eleven dollars before booking the role of Joey Tribbiani. His work as Joey Tribbiany in FRIENDS made him a cultural icon and the show went on to define an entire generation.
1 I believe that laughter is the best emotional Band-Aid in the world, It’s like nature’s Neosporin. -Matt LeBlanc
Laughter is the best medicine that one can get. It heals you and gives you hope and joy when you are at your lowest.
2 As an actor, the biggest compliment you can get, in my book is for someone to believe that you’re the character. -Matt LeBlanc
Acting is really one of the toughest jobs. And it takes a lot of effort to actually be believable when you are acting and that’s truly commendable.
3 The more cynical you become, the better off you’ll be. -Matt LeBlanc
Sometimes it’s better to be just cynical. Having a lot of expectations never goes right. Sometimes it’s just better to see things for what they really are and keep your feet on the ground.
4 I find the earth to be a place of misery in which I am surrounded by the conformity that kills society. -Matt LeBlanc
The world has become a place of mediocrity and most of all, misery. There’s so much pain, sorrow and cruelty all around that it may almost seem hopeless. But never lose hope for humanity always rises back up stronger.
5 I have funny bones, If there’s ever any kind of tension, I’ll always be the one to try and be funny to loosen things up. -Matt LeBlanc
Be the kind of person everyone would love. Always rely on good humour. People always love someone who’s funny and lightens the mood.
6 The way I look at it, everything is a trade. -Matt LeBlanc
Everything in life comes at a cost. You have to give up something to get something in return. That’s how life is. There is no two ways around it.
7 I was raised to follow the Golden Rule, you know, treat people the way you wish to be treated, That’s kind of the way I live my life. -Matt LeBlanc
Treat others with respect and kindness. Treat them the way you want them to treat you. Give them the dignity that they deserve. The world is, after all, like a mirror. You always get back what you give.
8 Comedy is just fun. -Matt LeBlanc
Comedy has its own merits. It’s something that you can always rely on to find strength and hope. And most of all, it’s fun. There’s nothing that can make your day like comedy does.
9 Is it better to strive for success as a self-representing artist or try to get your feet wet in the gallery world? -Matt LeBlanc
It’s a dilemma that every artist has to face. Should one do what the crown likes or should they do things that they genuinely love?
10 Work to me has become kind of a hobby. -Matt LeBlanc
Once you love your work, it doesn’t seem like work anymore. It just becomes a sort of hobby for you. If you really do love what you are doing, you won’t dread going to work everyday since it becomes more than just work for you.
10 Most Famous Quotes by FRIENDS star, Matt LeBlanc
1. I believe that laughter is the best emotional Band-Aid in the world, It’s like nature’s Neosporin. -Matt LeBlanc
2. As an actor, the biggest compliment you can get, in my book is for someone to believe that you’re the character. -Matt LeBlanc
3. The more cynical you become, the better off you’ll be. -Matt LeBlanc
4. I find the earth to be a place of misery in which I am surrounded by the conformity that kills society. -Matt LeBlanc
5. I have funny bones, If there’s ever any kind of tension, I’ll always be the one to try and be funny to loosen things up. -Matt LeBlanc
6. The way I look at it, everything is a trade. -Matt LeBlanc
7. I was raised to follow the Golden Rule, you know, treat people the way you wish to be treated, That’s kind of the way I live my life. -Matt LeBlanc
8. Comedy is just fun. -Matt LeBlanc
9. Is it better to strive for success as a self-representing artist or try to get your feet wet in the gallery world? -Matt LeBlanc
10. Work to me has become kind of a hobby. -Matt LeBlanc