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.

Because of my voice, speaking words which had been carefully chosen, women had used money they had set aside for other purposes to buy war bonds.

I just can't read music.

An entertainer should in his public performance keep himself out of any controversy, political or otherwise.

I shall always respect the composer. If I embellish, it is his idea I am embellishing.

I am exceedingly lucky that my voice, along with perfect pitch and perfect rhythm, was given me at birth.

I have been extremely lucky with reviewers and critics throughout my career.