I don't know nothing about communism. But I know the Albanians loved me. Same reason as anyone else loves me. Because I made them laugh.

I like consistency. If you've had a childhood like mine, you want some things you can rely on to stay the same.

It was absolutely thrilling to meet Laurel and Hardy, they were so nice.

My only phobia is untidiness. My hair has to be neatly kept; my shoes are always clean. Everything has to be in a straight line, in its place.

I was born in very sorry circumstances. Both of my parents were very sorry

My comedy is for children from three to 93. You do need a slightly childish sense of humour and if you haven't got that, it's very sad.

All my boyhood, all I ever wanted was to be loved.