Tim Daly

It's not like I walk around being Superman in real life. But when you read the script and put yourself in the position that Superman is in - I mean, he's always saving the planet, for God's sake. When you realize that, it's not difficult to take the gravitas of the situation and make your voice do what it needs to do.

American Actor

Ryan Hurst

Bikers, in general, have just been so attractive to people. Photographers would follow them because there's this weird warrior gravitas that comes with it. The bikes are loud, they have tattoos, they have artwork that they all wear on their jackets.

Liam Neeson

There seems to be more opportunities for old guys like me to do a little fighting and running because the lead characters also require a bit of depth and maturity and gravitas that one is likely to acquire doing drama all those years.

Irish Actor

Vermin Supreme

When I was younger, it was very easy to ignore me because I was like some crazy hippie kid. But as I've gotten older, and I'm more gray and more lines on my face, it has given me a lot more gravitas.

American Artist

Rob Sheffield

The main job requirement for a network-news anchor is thinking it's the only important job in the world. This is a field where solemn gravitas isn't a drawback; it's the whole point.

American Journalist

Jennifer Hyman

We learn about MLK's 'I Have a Dream' speech. Take that same speech and put it in the voice of a woman. Would it be as inspirational? Would it have as much gravitas to it?

American Businesswoman

Joe Anderson

When you read something in script form, there are some subtleties that stand out with far greater gravitas than sometimes what you see on screen.

English Actor

Aldis Hodge

As an actor, it's very rare that you get a choice in a matter. But you're always looking for something that has some gravitas.

Biju Menon

Indian Actor

Morgan Freeman

Gravitas often relates to professional or formal situations where respect is important.

Professional Context

Gravitas isn't only about being serious; it's about inspiring respect and recognition.

Not Just Seriousness

Gravitas is often a quality admired and expected in leaders or figures of authority.

Leadership Quality

Gravitas can be possessed by young individuals, defying age stereotypes.

Beyond Age

Gravitas can be conveyed through actions, demeanour, or appearance, not just speech.

Not Always Vocal

When someone speaks with gravitas, their words are taken more seriously.

Weight of Words

What is considered gravitas can vary across different cultures and settings.

Cultural Variance

Gravitas gives a person an impactful presence that makes others take notice.

Impactful Presence

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