Faina Georgievna Ranevskaya lived a long life, she dedicated it to the theater. She left the stage three years before her 90th birthday. Her unsurpassed theatrical skill, talent of the highest standard, and wit will remain in the memory of her fans for a long time. The actress was always surrounded by great people of the era, who valued her as a friend, as a great actress, capable of supporting her with her loyalty, love, participation, and positivity. During her lifetime, her funny, witty anecdotes and statements were passed on from mouth to mouth and will long delight readers with wisdom, sparklingness, an unexpected turn of thought, subtle humor, and sometimes well-aimed sarcasm. One phrase from Faina Ranevskaya can set the tone for the whole day and bring a smile to you, your loved ones and colleagues. Who knows, maybe it’s the ironic outlook on life that infects the actress’s words that will make you a long-liver and the author of your own, no less brilliant aphorisms!