I come from a small town in Maryland. I came to California in 1972 to begin Maude.

I'm not playing a role. I'm being myself, whatever the hell that is.

PETA has a proven track record of success. Each victory PETA wins for the animals is a stepping stone upon which we build a more compassionate world for all beings - and we will never give up our fight until all animals are treated with respect and kindness.

I suddenly realized that comedy, for me, was just being honest, and playing it for real. I've seen so many wonderful actors who turn into creatures from another planet when they're told they are supposed to be playing comedy.

At least I'm not playing other people for a change. It's a very odd place to be... I feel I'm an actress who sings a bit.

But that's one of the nice things about doing a stage show, if something doesn't work out, you have the luxury of working on it over time.

I come from a small town in Maryland. I came to California in 1972 to begin Maude.