Things can be funny only when we are in fun. When we're 'dead earnest,' humor is the only thing that is dead.

I think Mr. Wilson will have to be the rest of the way alone.

Things can be funny only when we are in fun. When we're 'dead earnest,' humor is the only thing that is dead.

Being a comedian is like being a con man. You have to make 'em like you before you can fool 'em.

It would be ridiculous for me to say anything negative regarding blacks having an equal opportunity on TV.

The cost of living is going up and the chance of living is going down.

My show is my statement. What I have to say is on the screen. My life is my own. I don't want to talk about my private self. Why should I?