All these things that enter your head are assignments. You write them up and then throw them out there and if someone wants to do it, your assignment is done.

I think loss can fuel how you lead your whole life.

When you have to worry about paying the rent, you're never bored. You're just happy to have that job. But once you don't have to worry and reach the point where it's no longer about the money, you're able to look at other opportunities outside of your comfort zone.

All these things that enter your head are assignments. You write them up and then throw them out there and if someone wants to do it, your assignment is done.

People have very specific opinions of comedy. Slapstick was an art form in the '20s and the lowest form of show business in the '50s. Who's right, who's wrong? Who's an idiot, who's not?

You try to figure out things to keep yourself interested. It's very easy to get lulled.

Whether arrogantly or what, I view myself simply as an actor.