You could write a joke in the pub at lunchtime and watch it performed on television that evening.

Even if you've written something for print, I think it's good to try [it] out on someone because it changes. You can think it's hilarious and they can tell you it's not.

Filming a pirate film is always good fun, with ships and indecent clothing.

John Cleese once told me he'd do anything for money. So I offered him a pound to shut up, and he took it.

Life is a comedy when watching and a tragedy when experiencing. I try and share anything I have.

Elvis saved my life when I was 13 or 14. He saved all our lives.

People can tell the truth much more freely when they're apparently lying.