I wonder how people decided that women were supposed to shave their legs and armpits

There were, like, 20 of [Jackie Kennedy's biographies], which was interesting because they are not exactly high literature - they are pulpy.But the [Arthur] Schlesinger transcripts ended up being the most useful of anything.

I tend to lean toward strong female stories. I want to make things that don't already exist out there.

[Donald] Trump wants to punish women for getting abortions and defund Planned Parenthood.

Ninety per cent of how you learn is watching great people. When you are surrounded by good actors it lifts your performance.

Basically I have, like, five really close friends - girls and guys. I like being friends with both because you can do different things with both.

I think Hillary Clinton understands the ins and outs of the White House better than anyone who's come before her.