I at least felt the obligation to speak clearly [in 'The Last Tycoon']. This is pre-Brando and pre-James Dean. Nobody mumbled back then.

For every role, I brought certain elements of the character. Even on White Collar over six years, I tried to keep the set fun and breezy and Howard Hawks-y and very of the tone of the show.

Never forget your manners. They go a long way in both your business and personal life. If you look and act like you are making an effort, it will be appreciated.

As actors you're always going to take certain roles that are in your comfort zone and take ones that aren't.

If you gave your best to what you were given, at the time, it's going to play out how it's going to play out.

I think when you play a role, you always have to be a defense attorney for that character.

It's better to be in love than watch it.