Dooley Wilson Biography
Arthur "Dooley" Wilson was an American actor, singer and musician who is best remembered as Sam in the 1942 film, Casablanca; in the film, he also performed its theme song, "As Time Goes By". Wilson was a drummer and singer who led his own band in the 1920s, touring nightclubs in London and Paris. In the 1930s he took up acting, playing supporting roles onstage on Broadway and in a series of modest films.
Dooley Wilson Movies
Dooley Wilson Quotes
Searching for Rick in Casablanca
Ilsa:
Where is Rick?
Sam:
I don't know. I ain't seen him all night.
Ilsa:
When will he be back?
Sam:
Not tonight no more. He ain't comin'...He went home.
Ilsa:
Does he always leave so early?
Sam:
Oh, he never... well, he's got a girl up at the Blue Parrot. He goes up there all the time.
Ilsa:
You used to be a much better liar, Sam.
Sam:
Leave him alone, Miss Ilsa. You're bad luck to him.
Ilsa:
Play it once, Sam, for old times sake.
Sam:
I don't know what you mean, Miss Ilsa.
Ilsa: [whispers]
Play it, Sam. Play As Time Goes By.
Sam:
Why, I can't remember it, Miss Ilsa. I'm a little rusty on it.
Ilsa: [hums two bars. Sam starts to play]
I'll hum it for you. Sing it, Sam.
Sam: [singing]
{{Anchor|lyrics of As Time Goes By}}You must remember thisA kiss is just a kiss A sigh is just a sighThe fundamental things applyAs time goes by.And when two lovers wooThey still say, I love you'On that you can relyNo matter what the future bringsAs Time Goes By.
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