Hollywood has more than its share of harsh and crewel stories. In fact, it's probably more the norm than the exception.

If you look around at the people in show business today they are basically the people who didn't give up.

I'm an avid biography reader.

I try not to make plans. Because, even the best laid plans etc. etc.

Certainly I find it most interesting to play a role that I can invent from nothing.

Timing is everything, as you know.

I think the potential for man is so enormous, if we can stay alive long enough, we're going to be seeing a lot of what Star Trek is projecting.

People think that being on Star Trek is career suicide, but it's really just the opposite

I think it's the business part of the word show business that causes me the most concern.

When I go to the old folks' home, I'm gonna be sitting in a rocking chair, telling everybody how I worked with Jack [Lemmon] and Walter [Matthau].

My own personal favorite Cher song is the unforgettable Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves.

Madam Pince, our librarian, tells me that it is 'pawed about, dribbled on, and generally maltreated' nearly everyday - a high compliment for any book.

Honesty can be painful, but it's always better than bullshit.

Souls made of fire, and children of the sun, With whom revenge is virtue.

Canada has been a breeding ground for great comedic actors, sketch artists and stand-up comedians. We grew up with a different perspective on the world.

Men tend to be hierarchical, but women are driven to make lateral connections so they can cooperate.

Education is suffering from narration sickness.

You've got to give something back. You can't just sit there.

I don't do a television show for awards. You make it so people will enjoy watching it.

There's zero correlation between being the best talker and having the best ideas.

Easter means that Christmas worked.