If I hear the word 'retire,' it makes me want to throw up. And then do what? Sit around all day watching television?

Gone are the days when a gentleman lightly took your hand in his and brushed his lips across it, or tipped his hat to acknowledge you as he chivalrously stepped aside to let you pass.

The secret of having a personal life is not answering too many questions about it.

And the truth is I've always taken very good care of my skin, and always, always worn make-up.

It is unseemly to undress on stage. I won't do that.

If I need to cheer myself up, I will put on some fabulous '40s musical on video. But I'm very lucky; I seldom get depressed. Without question, I'm a 'glass half full' person. In fact, it's three-quarters full!

After a certain age, you get the face you deserve.