I always wanted to do my best. I got nothing free—I had to work hard.

I don't want to be a silly temptress. I cannot see any sense in getting dressed up and doing nothing but tempting men in pictures.

The story of my life is about back entrances, side doors, secret elevators and other ways of getting in and out of places so that people won't bother me.

I don't like writers. They're dangerous people.

[When asked if she believed in "women's lib":] Not really. Not when I see what most of them look like.

There is no one who would have me - I can't cook.

If you’re going to die on screen, you’ve got to be strong and in good health.