{
  "id": 16164759,
  "title": "Quote Of The Day By Morgan Freeman: 'If You Can Get Out Of Bed And...'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/quote-of-the-day-by-morgan-freeman-if-you-can-get-out-of-bed-and",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-23T08:25:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TVLine",
    "slug": "tvline",
    "url": "https://www.tvline.com/2294562/quote-of-the-day-morgan-freeman-keep-moving/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Morgan Freeman, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in films like \"The Shawshank Redemption\" and \"The Dark Knight\" trilogy, shared a powerful quote recently. During an interview with The New York Times in August 2026, Freeman emphasized that age should not be a barrier to pursuing one's dreams. He stated, \"If you can get out of bed and don't fall down when you do it, then you just count your blessings and keep moving.\" This sentiment echoed another quote by Clint Eastwood, who famously said, \"don't let the old man in.\"\n\nFreeman, who began his acting journey in his 50s after serving in the U.S. Air Force and honing his skills in Los Angeles and on Broadway, has since built a career spanning six decades. He attributed his longevity to a steadfast commitment to his craft and a refusal to let age dictate his career path. Despite his numerous accolades and the thrill of receiving new scripts, Freeman remains focused on staying active and open to new opportunities, rather than seeking to achieve any particular goal. His message is clear: age should never hinder one's pursuit of passion and ambition. Freeman's own journey serves as an inspiring reminder that it's never too late to follow one's dreams and continue working towards them.",
  "summary": "Morgan Freeman reflects on his career and talks about what inspires him to keep working.",
  "key_points": [
    "Morgan Freeman quoted in NYT interview in August 2026",
    "Freeman advises pursuing dreams despite age",
    "Freeman's career spans six decades despite starting in 50s"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Freeman’s philosophy challenges the traditional limitations of aging by framing physical capability as a catalyst for lifelong ambition rather than a reason to abandon one's professional passions.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}