Other actors like to rehearse on film-they like 30 or 40 takes. When you get an actor like that, it becomes difficult for me because I'm ready to quit after number two.

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

I felt pretty comfortable with Westerns, apart from the fact I couldn't ride.

Many of my friends were blacklisted. America should be ashamed of it forever.

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

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.

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.