[Roger] Vadim became famous worldwide as a director, and I as an actress, but the other side of the coin was terrible. My life was totally turned upside down. I was followed, spied upon, adored, insulted. My private life became public.

I have no regrets. If I wanted to keep acting, I would have never left the cinema.

In a democracy one must have the right to express oneself and that's what I do, even if it displeases.

I have the courage of my convictions.

I think animals help us live; they've helped me live. It was only when I began to devote myself to protecting animals that I blossomed completely. Taking care of them, looking out for them, has given my life true meaning, a meaning I hope future generations can experience.

Success is unpredictable and fragile.

Nobody has any security in loving me.