It's tough having the last name Rickles. Luckily, my kids handled it great.

I always enjoy being full of fun, but I have my serious moments. Some women go for the studious kind of guy, I certainly was not that. If a girl is looking for somebody different and maybe a little more exciting for themselves - someone more on the fun side, I would suggest that they look for a type like Don Rickles.

Everything I do on stage, I made up in saloons. I started doing it in front of people, and that became my performance. I never had writers.

I still think funny, and people young and old still come and see me. That's flattering. The day comes that they stop coming, then I'll know that it's time to retire to the Jewish ranch.

I knew most of the people there who ran the places, a lot of wiseguys. They're all gone now. All good people.

I was sitting in the toilet and I was by myself. I was tired of playing with the roller, so I said I'd better write a book.

They always use the word 'insult' with me, but I don't hurt anybody. I wouldn't be sitting here if I did. I make fun of everybody and exaggerate all our insecurities.