I'm 86 and my doctor used to tell me to slow down - at least he did until he dropped dead.

I was born in the USA, which many people still find hard to believe.

Sometimes, I wonder what I'm doing here.

Due to a big bust in Cuba, my father's business suffered badly, so I was free to choose my own career. I became a professional dancer, and I went on the road and started making real money.

I'm satisfied to go in at the bottom - that's the best way to learn what things are all about.

It's a new town. The old elegance is gone. It used to be one big family, this industry.

I should remember more, and I have a pretty good memory.