I don't know who the hell Paul Lynde is, or why he's funny, and I prefer it to be a mystery to me.

A room is like a stage. If you see it without lighting, it can be the coldest place in the world.

I don't know who the hell Paul Lynde is, or why he's funny, and I prefer it to be a mystery to me.

Food was a constant topic of conversation in our household.

My father was adamant in his disapproval of my interest in show business.

Learning lines is on my mind until I do know them. I'll read the paper or paint the house to keep from starting to memorize. I've never found an easy way.

The dining room in my old house was truly magnificent, but by far the worst room for conversation. I'd get up from the table, a very long table, and somebody would always say, Paul, I never got to talk to you.