I love animals to the extent that my home is my dog's home! Which means that nothing is too good for my Freckles-chairs, couches, beds. But I do draw the line on chipmunks nibbling at my table linens, bedding, blankets, etc.

Every small town has its dramatic group, its barber-shop quartet, every home has music in one form or another.

I am continually embarrassed by people who point me out as an example of what can be done without training.

During the presidential primaries of 1940, I received a request from the Democratic National Committee to sing God Bless America before the speeches.

I could not separate myself off stage from myself on stage, as so many actors can.

Public and employer opinion often defeat society's best interests with a prejudice against middle-aged women.

There's no second chance on stage, and I was trained to make the most of my first chance.