I was very influenced by the musicals and romantic comedies of the 1930s. I admired Gene Harlow and such, which probably explains why, since the end of my marriage, I've dated nothing but a succession of blondes.

Smoking helped put me in touch with the realm of the senses.

The Westwood Cemetery is just a few blocks from my home, and a number of my very dear friends are buried there.

People get their information in different ways now. And we are a little poorer for it, because the way you get information affects what you learn.

Living in the moment, thinking about the future, and staying connected to the past: That's what makes me feel whole.

In many ways, Im younger than I was 20 years ago.

I'm actually a very moral guy.