Is shouldn;t be surprising that most of Bill Cosby's best quotes are funny ones.  They are often also filled with truth, wisdom and even inspiration.  His top ten quotes cover his thoughts on being funny, being a parent and even death.  He is able to poke fun at just about anything and yet do it in a matter that it doesn't offend people.  Here are Bill Cosby's top ten quotes and sayings.

 

Bill Cosby Quotes #1 - On children

"Human beings are the only creatures on earth that allow their children to come back home."

Bill Cosby Quotes #2 - On being black

"I wasn't always black...there was this freckle, and it got bigger and bigger."

Bill Cosby Quotes #3 - A word for the stupid

"A word to the wise ain't necessary -- it's the stupid ones who need the advice."

Bill Cosby Quotes #4 - On parenting

"If you're a parent, the five worst words you can say to your children are, "When I was your age . . . " You were NEVER their age. You were older in the womb."

Bill Cosby Quotes #5 - On death

"Immortality is a long shot, I admit. But somebody has to be first."

Bill Cosby Quotes #6 - Overcome your fears

"In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure."

Bill Cosby Quotes #7 - On being a father

"Nothing I've ever done has given me more joys and rewards than being a father to my children."

Bill Cosby Quotes #8 - On forgiveness

"People can be more forgiving than you can imagine. But you have to forgive yourself. Let go of what's bitter and move on."

Bill Cosby Quotes #9 - Sex for homework

"Sex education may be a good idea in the schools, but I don't believe the kids should be given homework."

Bill Cosby Quotes #10 - On laughter

"Through humor, you can soften some of the worst blows that life delivers. And once you find laughter, no matter how painful your situation might be, you can survive it."