February 22: Notable Births and Deaths, with Quotes
Let’s explore notable birth and death anniversaries for February 22.
George Washington, former U.S. president (February 22, 1732–December 14, 1799)
“No People can be bound to acknowledge and adore the invisible hand, which conducts the Affairs of men more than the People of the United States. Every step, by which they have advanced to the character of an independent nation, seems to have been distinguished by some token of providential agency.” —George Washington
Washington, George. “Washington’s Inaugural Address of 1789.” National Archives and Records Administration, April 30, 1789, https://www.archives.gov/exhibits/american_originals/inaugtxt.html.
“Citizens, by birth or choice, of a common country, that country has a right to concentrate your affections. The name of American, which belongs to you in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of patriotism more than any appellation derived from local discriminations. With slight shades of difference, you have the same religion, manners, habits, and political principles. You have in a common cause fought and triumphed together; the independence and liberty you possess are the work of joint counsels, and joint efforts of common dangers, sufferings, and successes.” —George Washington
Washington, George. “Transcript of President George Washington’s Farewell Address (1796).” Www.ourdocuments.gov, https://www.ourdocuments.gov/doc.php?flash=false&doc=15&page=transcript.
“Of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of patriotism, who should labor to subvert these great pillars of human happiness, these firmest props of the duties of men and citizens.” —George Washington
Washington, George. “Transcript of President George Washington’s Farewell Address (1796).” Www.ourdocuments.gov, https://www.ourdocuments.gov/doc.php?flash=false&doc=15&page=transcript.
Drew Barrymore, actor and talk show host (February 22, 1975–present)
“When you are stuck in a pattern or if you are going through things and you not only admit them out loud, but you force yourself to say, ‘I’m willing to make big changes,’ I think we all think we’re very weak when we don’t make those changes.” —Drew Barrymore
Novak, Analisa. “Drew Barrymore on her ‘quiet, confident journey’ to sobriety.” CBS News, December 9, 2021, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/drew-barrymore-sobriety-mental-health/.
“I needed help, so I started reaching out to different people, and eventually, I really made some big sweeping changes in my life and I got on a whole new track, not back on track, but a brand new one that I helped build.” —Drew Barrymore
Novak, Analisa. “Drew Barrymore on her ‘quiet, confident journey’ to sobriety.” CBS News, December 9, 2021, https://www.cbsnews.com/news/drew-barrymore-sobriety-mental-health/.
Kyle MacLachlan, actor (February 22, 1959–present)
“I don’t understand all of ‘Twin Peaks.’ The fans understand it much more than me!” —Kyle MacLachlan
McMahon, James. “Kyle MacLachlan: ‘I don’t understand all of Twin Peaks.’” The Guardian, March 14, 2020, https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2020/mar/14/kyle-maclachlan-this-much-i-know-twin-peaks-dale-cooper-david-lynch-showgirls.
“Actors have a pretty dark sense of humour. After we’ve finished a job we’ll all say, ‘Well, that’s it, I’ll never work again,’ and everyone laughs. But I’ll be honest, I’m not sure I’ve ever really worried about that.” —Kyle MacLachlan
McMahon, James. “Kyle MacLachlan: ‘I don’t understand all of Twin Peaks.’” The Guardian, March 14, 2020, https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2020/mar/14/kyle-maclachlan-this-much-i-know-twin-peaks-dale-cooper-david-lynch-showgirls.
Julius Erving, basketball player (February 22, 1950–present)
“In terms of game plans, right at the beginning, you have to know the personnel. You have to know your personnel, you have to know the other team’s personnel, and then you have to devise a team strategy to try and get them out of the position to have it their way. It’s all part of how basketball is played now. Basketball is played differently. I think it’s a softer game, but it’s exciting as it’s always been, and it’s a skill competition.” —Julius Erving
Starjacki, Will. “Julius Erving shares his thoughts on the current NBA: ‘It’s a softer game, but it’s exciting.’” Basketball Network, May 3, 2021, https://www.basketballnetwork.net/latest-news/julius-erving-shares-his-thoughts-on-the-current-nba-its-a-softer-game-but-its-exciting.
“I’m not going to let what somebody has to say about what I had to say dictate my life.” —Julius Erving
Beck, Howard. “NBA Legend Julius Erving Holds Nothing Back in New Autobiography.” Bleacher Report, November 8, 2013, https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1842206-nba-legend-julius-erving-holds-nothing-back-in-new-autobiography.
“I could choose not to discuss something, but if I’m going to discuss it then I’ve gotta be candid. I’m probably a bad liar.” —Julius Erving
Beck, Howard. “NBA Legend Julius Erving Holds Nothing Back in New Autobiography.” Bleacher Report, November 8, 2013, https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1842206-nba-legend-julius-erving-holds-nothing-back-in-new-autobiography.
Andy Warhol, artist (August 6, 1928–February 22, 1987)
“I have all of these things to do, see. I’m making this full-length feature called ‘Since,’ which is going to be 25 hours long.” —Andy Warhol
Ebert, Roger. “Interview with Andy Warhol.” RoberEbert.com, June 23, 1967, https://www.rogerebert.com/interviews/interview-with-andy-warhol.
“I love television. It is the medium I’d most like to shine in. I’m really jealous of everybody who’s got their own show on television. I want a show of my own.” —Andy Warhol
Whatley, Jack. “Watch the incredibly awkward interview between Andy Warhol and Frank Zappa.” Far Out, June 13, 2021, https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/frank-zappa-andy-warhol-interview-1983-video/.
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