I can't cater to everyone's needs and what they're going to be offended by; that's one freedom I have.

If I have to write by a certain time, I can pull through, but usually I just let stuff happen, hanging out with comic friends - or bringing a basic idea on stage and seeing if it goes anywhere.

I'll tell you why we make fun of midgets: We're not afraid of them.

They've got great parents; I'm just trying to be the fun uncle.

It shows the truth - that the real meaning of a word is only as powerful or harmless as the emotion behind it.

I am Jewish and proud of this culturally and ethnically - the ways in which I was born this way and am happy with whom I am.

I will always try to be happy. I don’t think people really understand the value of happiness until they know what it’s like to be in that very, very dark place. It’s not romantic. Not even a little.