Samantha Jones, the unapologetic PR maven brought to life by Kim Cattrall, was the feminist figure pop culture needed in the late ’90s. Forget the societal pressure to settle down, marry, and have children—Samantha was all about living life on her own terms. She didn’t wait for a man to validate her; she owned her desires and her choices, showcasing a fierce independence that resonates even today.
Despite the series ending over 15 years ago, her quotes continue to inspire and entertain, with a surprising search volume of nearly 1,900 per month. So, let’s take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with some of the most iconic lines from the legendary Samantha Jones in Sex And The City.
- “Listen up! The perfect guy is just a fantasy. Start living your lives.”
- “If I cared about every rumor swirling around New York, I’d never step outside.”
- “I refuse to be judged by you or society.”
- “Sleep with me badly once, that’s your fault. Sleep with me badly twice, then I’ve got a problem.”
- “I’m fifty-fucking-two, and I’m owning this outfit.”
- “I’ve always embraced my body, just as it is.”
- “When a man is angry at work, he’s assertive. When a woman is, she’s just emotional.”
- “I love you, but I love myself more.”
- “Whether it’s men or babies, it doesn’t matter. We’re soulmates.”
- “You dated Mr. Big, I’m with Mr. Too Big.”
- “I’m tri-sexual; I’ll try anything once.”
- “Honestly, how do you all handle that emotional baggage? It’s draining.”
- “Why does everyone feel the need to marry and have kids? It’s so predictable.”
- Charlotte: “A relationship should be built on honesty and communication.”
Samantha: “That’s cute, but at 32, that’s just naive.” - “Oh, come on! There’s always a competition with an ex: who will end up unhappiest.”
- “His issue? He’s simply an idiot.”
- “Tell a man, ‘I despise you,’ and the sex is epic. Tell him, ‘I love you,’ and good luck getting a reply.”
- “I’m over people with kids, they’re everywhere.”
- “Hi, I’m fabulous.”
- “Love? That’s a real pain in the ass.”
- “I know I’m tough. I’m also demanding, headstrong, and always right.”
- “I’m not into political parties; I just love parties.”
- “I’ve moved on from great love. It’s all about great lovers now.”
- “Kegel exercises? I’m doing them as we speak.”
- “The good ones mess you up, the bad ones mess you up, and the rest? They don’t know what to do.”
- “Marriage doesn’t promise a happy ending, just an ending.”
- Charlotte: “I saw the engagement ring and felt sick.”
Samantha: “That’s my response to marriage.” - “You can’t even swing a Fendi purse without hitting a loser. Where have all the good guys gone?”
- “If he seems too perfect, he probably is.”
- “I’m a wonderful person. Get to know me—then you can judge.”
- “If you turn me into a married jerk, I’ll end you.”
- “Sweetheart, don’t listen to every single voice in your head, or you’ll lose it.”
- “I refuse to be judged by you or society. I’ll wear what I like and do what I please.”
- “In a relationship, the true test is whether you’re frowning or smiling.”
- Samantha: “What’s with the air in California? I sleep like a baby.”
Carrie: “It’s not the air; your headboard knocked you out.” - “A handsome man in charge runs things better. Just look at Nixon; he was disliked and ended up with everyone else.”
- “Marriage? Not for me, but Botox? That’s a game changer.”
- “Oh darling, you made a little joke! Well done.”
- “Hey jerk, I’m speaking here.”
- “Here’s to the groom, who finally got Carried away.”
- “Don’t blame marriage for this one; she’s married and still not growing a national forest.”
- “I’m Samantha, and I have a love addiction.”
- “If you want the life, you have to dress the part.”
- “Always act like you know where you’re headed, even if you don’t.”
- “Most relationships I know are built on lies and mutual delusions.”
- “Who we are in bed reflects who we are in life. Bad in bed? Bad in life.”
- “Men cheat for the same reason dogs lick themselves—they can.”
- “Men often think ‘we’ means ‘me and my penis.’
- “I’m over great love; it’s time for great lovers.”
- “Nipples are in this season; just flip through any magazine.”
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In summary, Samantha Jones remains a timeless symbol of confidence and empowerment, showing us that self-love and independence are the ultimate forms of liberation.

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