The doctor's name was Sylvia. I told her she'd have a problem with me because Sylvia was my mother's name.

Food was a constant topic of conversation in our household.

It was the worst moment of my life. The producer came up and talked me back into going on stage.

The whole romantic part of my life was a wipeout. I didn't even own a belt.

I feel now it's useless to keep hoping. The way things are today, we live in a world that needs laughter, and I've decided if I can make people laugh, I'm making a more important contribution.

I wish I had the nerve not to tip.

As far as cookbooks go, I think Joy of Cooking is a classic. I've used it over and over again. Julia Child frustrates me. By the time you get all her herbs together, you're exhausted