I was never a part of the Actor's Studio, because two friends of mine started it in 1947 and by that time I'd gone to California.

There was something about Marilyn. She couldn't act her way out of a bag, but she became an icon because something happened between her and the lens, and no one knows what it is.

Cheyenne Autumn was received not too successfully. I still think it was a very good movie. It was kinda Ford's apology for the way he had treated Indians in his past pictures.

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.

Gary Cooper was a good friend. He was a great nature lover. He was like an American Indian, he knew every leaf that was turned over. It was an education to go for a walk with him.

I think a performer should do his work and then shut up.

Mankiewicz was a brilliant director.