Speaking as an actress, I wish all actors would be more like Duke Wayne. And speaking as a person, it would be nice if all people could be honest and as genuine as he is. This is a real man.

As the 1960s began, a new breed of Hollywood leading lady was emerging. She was elegant, international, and wonderfully comedic.

I saw myself as Joan of Arc.

Comedy is difficult, especially slapstick. The trick is to have fun while you are performing it.

How could you have had such a wonderful life as me if there wasn't a God directing?

There's a terrible truth for many women in the picture business: Aging typically takes its toll and means fewer and less desirable roles.

My heritage has been my grounding, and it has brought me peace.