If I have stepped on some people at times because I am at the top, it couldn't be helped. What should I do if someone gets hurt... retire?

There must be a law against forcing children to perform at an early age. Children should have a wonderful childhood. They should not be given too much responsibility.

I prepare myself for rehearsals like I would for marriage.

Real friends are very special, but you have to be careful because sometimes you have a friend and you think they are made of rock, then suddenly you realise they're only made of sand.

I would like to be Maria, but there is La Callas who demands that I carry myself with her dignity.

I will not be sued! I have the voice of an angel!

I want to be a mature artist with a different kind of thinking.