I was born in my parents' bedroom on January 16. The World Almanac says it was 1909. I say it was 1912. But what difference does it make as long as I feel 33?

Cole Porter wrote Anything Goes and four more hits for me

I was lucky enough to have the songs in my first show written by George and Ira Gershwin. Then Cole Porter wrote five shows for me

Be yourself -- it's the one thing you can do better than anyone else.

Mom and Pop were proud of my popularity, but from their point of view, show business was no way to make a living.

There's such a thing as theater discipline. One player doesn't appropriate another's inventions

I am known to be able to take care of myself when I become angry. I don't mince words.