Failure is always present as an actor. I make my living by taking chances. If I'm not risking something, then I'm not doing my job, so I'm constantly failing. In fact, I'm trying to fail bigger. I try to focus on the positive, the moment, and try to realize where I'm at in an attempt to understand the failure.

Growing up in that fashion is a breeding ground for insecurity and doubt; it also leaves you questioning motives. It took me a long time to see the world as I want it without constantly looking for approval. I still fall, but I'm better suited for survival.

In all the history of the boxing game, you'll find no human interest story to compare with the life narrative of James J. Braddock.

A free-loader is a confirmed guest. He is the man who is always willing to come to dinner.

Always try to rub up against money, for if you rub up against money long enough, some of it may rub off on you.

He [Will Rogers] was America's most complete human document. One-third humor. One-third humanitarian. One-third heart.

You can keep the things of bronze and stone and give me one man to remember me just once a year.