Mabel Mora, played by Selena Gomez, delivers some of Only Murders in the Building's most memorable lines. Below are 4 of the best Mabel Mora quotes from Only Murders in the Building, each with the scene or episode where it appears, plus 4 pieces of trivia about the character.
Best Mabel Mora Quotes
"I grew up in this building. I thought I knew every secret it had. I was wrong."
— Mabel Mora, Season 1, Episode 1 - True Crime
"Everyone in my life has either died or disappointed me. At some point you stop being surprised by that."
— Mabel Mora, Season 1, Episode 6 - To Protect and Serve
"I don't need two old men telling me what to do. I've been figuring things out on my own my whole life."
— Mabel Mora, Season 1, Episode 4 - The Sting
"The truth is always in the thing no one wants to talk about."
— Mabel Mora, Season 2, Episode 3 - The Last Day of Bunny Folger
Mabel Mora Trivia & Fun Facts
- Selena Gomez initially drew skepticism from some critics before widely earning praise for her grounded, understated performance as Mabel.
- Mabel's aunt's apartment in the Arconia serves as the central location for much of the series.
- The character's sharp instincts and artistic eye, reflected in her embroidery and visual storytelling, serve as a counterpoint to Charles and Oliver's enthusiasm.
- Mabel's backstory involving her childhood friend Oscar and the death of Tim Kono forms the central mystery of Season 1.
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