after several months of probation work, standing on my feet some ten to twelve hours a day, I decided that as a nurse I was a pretty good entertainer.

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

I sometimes get that wonderful sympathy between me and the audience, telling me I've reached their hearts. And when I do, the thrill is mine.

I just can't read music.

I was always daydreaming about singing in big productions on Broadway.

I know I'm fat and I know my hair is straight, but I can sing.

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