Historically, actors have been made very famous for roles that were something that was far - - Richard Widmark comes to mind (playing Tommy Udo in "Kiss of Death") or something like that, where you do some famous role and everybody imitates you for the rest of your life. But obviously it's much more fun to play something you're not than it is to play something you are.

Fate pulls you in different directions

I tried being reasonable, I didn't like it.

Everything that you do is a challenge. And acting is just building up your concentration and being able to listen and to do the ridiculous.

The reason I don't retire is that I learn something new every day. The brain has to be exercised the same as the rest of the body. It's about expanding, constantly pushing yourself.

My wife is my closest friend. Sure, I'm attracted to her in every way possible, but that's not the answer. Because I've been attracted to other people, and I couldn't stand 'em after a while.

When I look back on my life, I don't have regrets about what I didn't do. If I'd become a musician, it could have ruined my life.