My mom was always someone who if, even now, I say I met a certain famous person, she always says, "She's married to so and so!"

Men like to squash you. I just want someone who's happy with himself, happy with his life. He doesn't have to squash mine.

I grew up in a house where there were no taboos, so it came originally from a pretty innocent place, where I was shocked at the things that shocked people.

We deserve quality lives with equality.

I became known for surprising audiences. Except now, if I surprise them every time, they expect that.

Take lots of time for yourself, discovering yourself-pursue not only a profession but other life passions, I always make time to rock climb or hike or write a few short stories. Also, find good people and surround yourself with them. Most importantly, always believe you will, unequivocally.

Drew Friedman isn't just a brilliant artist. He takes you to a place. He takes you back in time. He makes you smell the stale cigarettes and cold brisket and you say, thank you for the pleasure.