There are definitely roles within this industry that are industry-related, but to be a good actor, you really have to want to act first. At the same time, my goal was never to go to Hollywood to make movies. I think if you come here with that attitude, then you've missed a few steps.

There's really no point in having children if you're not going to be home enough to father them.

To be a good actor you really have to want to act first.

To think one film makes a career is ridiculous. It's important to keep perspective and do things other than for money.

I was spoiled by theater, where there is no editor.

I never dreamed about being on a hit television series. I've never really related my dreams to that specific of a work goal. I was always enjoying the moment. Acting, writing, looking for roles and getting involved with people and trying to create something that would be entertaining to people. With "E.R." we were all very lucky to get this combination of people together in the right story in the right way to take it to the level it has reached.

You've got to make the most of where you are. Then, when you're somewhere else, you've got to have the ability to fulfill that.