My father died when I was nine and a half. We were on relief for two years. They call it welfare now, but it was relief then... I never forgot the generosity of New York.
Larry KingWhen I was 5 years old I would lie in bed, look at the radio, and I wanted to be on the radio. I don't know why.
Larry KingDon't you think it would be better to legalize victimless crimes like drugs & prostitution & divert the resources to more important things like the rapes & assaults & things like that?
Larry KingIt's joyful to give. But for people who want to take advantage of you, you're kind of an easy mark.
Larry KingI've had bad days and good days in my life, but I've never had a day when I didn't enjoy that red light going on. Whether on the radio, or on television, there's still a little bump every time it goes on. And if you can spend a life, if you can get paid well for doing something you absolutely love, well you can't beat that.
Larry King