Since the beginning of time, every child on the planet has endeavored to please their parents.

Writing is a lonely job, unless you're a drinker, in which case you always have a friend within reach.

There is a part of me that still wants to go out and grab a backpack and unplug - not take a cellphone or even a camera and just get out there and experience the world and travel. I have yet to do that, but someday I hope.

I used to Google my name to see what came up - it hurt.

There is no doubt that directing television has helped hone my directing skills. What television teaches you is to be efficient and to think on your feet. You have to adhere to strict deadlines and budget constraints.

I have a problem with objectifying women, but I don't have a problem playing a guy who objectifies women.

I believe the death of Bobby Kennedy was in many ways the death of decency in America. I think it was the death of manners and formality, the death of poetry and the death of a dream.