A sense of belonging is a sine qua non of healthy psychological functioning everywhere. Such a sense, beginning in infancy and continuing throughout life, comes about by experiencing mutual empathy; by sensing oneself as part of a whole, which recognizes and accepts that one is a member.

John Candy knew he was going to die. He told me on his 40th birthday. He said, well, Maureen, I'm on borrowed time.

Comedy is quite difficult, you have to be able to have fun and portray that sense of fun to the audience watching you.

The Parent Trap gave my career another boost, starring in family comedies.

I knew that Jamaica Inn was going to make me a star.

John Wayne is not just an actor, and a very fine actor - John Wayne is the United States of America.

Every star has that certain something that stands out and compels us to notice them.