John Ford was so funny that I couldn't wait to go to work in the morning.

You have to compromise all the way. The only thing that counts is the result.

I was playing this horrible part. I didn't didn't want to play it because the character was an awful racist. But I'm glad I did it because I met Sidney Poitier.

Mankiewicz was a brilliant director.

A lot of actors said they hated the studio system, but I loved it. It was like a college; it was a great place to learn.

Hoods are good parts because they're always flashy and attract attention. If you've got any ability, you can use that as a stepping stone.

I loved Jack Ford. I got him in his later days, and he was a total tyrant and a total autocrat and an Irish drunk. But I had a great time.