We are happy at the respect others pay our favorites, because we consider it a lively confirmation of our own choice, and as so much homage reflected on ourselves.

I hate fame. I hate being recognized, because I don't know how to talk to people.

I guess [Richard] Pryor was that good. I never saw him in a theater, but I imagine he was that good, because he was such a phenomenal actor.

They that are fated to be fools, have one consolation, that they are fated also to be ignorant of it.

A readiness to excuse some faults, shows a disposition to commit others.

The soul is never perfectly secure from the influence of passion; the occasional tranquility she seems to enjoy, is rather relaxation than imperturbable triumph.

It got very tedious saying the same jokes in the same way with the same attitude.