About the time I turned 50, I experienced the profound biological change that often accompanies women at that age. Also, I put two kids in college and lost both of my parents, so I'm no longer somebody's daughter.

There might be false starts and do-overs.You are entitled to experiment before you find your calling.

I spent an awful lot of my life underestimating myself and, as a result, not exceeding my own expectations.

I've always had a lot of ambivalence about fame and celebrity.

It's like if people don't see you on TV every day, they think you're in cryogenics somewhere.

My father was so good-natured and had such a happy disposition. I've always confused him with Jimmy Stewart. So, think Jimmy Stewart. That's my dad.

My parents had an experience of life that is as opposite to mine as you can imagine.