William Shakespeare (born April 26, 1564) is regarded as the greatest English writer of all times

Here are some of the most notable and unforgettable quotes by William Shakespeare, often called 'the Bard'

“All the world's a stage, And all the men and women merely players; They have their exits and their entrances; And one man in his time plays many parts, His acts being seven ages.” ― William Shakespeare, As You Like It

“We know what we are, but not what we may be.”

“Words are easy, like the wind; faithful friends are hard to find.”

“Cowards die many times before their deaths

“Don't waste your love on somebody, who doesn't value it.”

Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and others have greatness thrust upon them.”

“The fault...is not in our stars, but in ourselves.”

“There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.”

“Though this be madness, yet there is method in't.”

“One may smile, and smile, and be a villain.

William Shakespeare died on April 23, 1616. Photos: Getty