I can't believe I am hosting the Oscars. It's an honor everyone else said no.

[With R-rated movie] you're not dealing with the restrictions imposed by the FCC. They're self-imposed. In a way, that does make it harder. You actually have to think about it, as opposed to just taking for granted that you're not going to be able to do this.

I was a huge 'Star Trek' fan. I loved the 'Twilight Zone' growing up. In the future, I hope to create some thoughtful, sci-fi drama.

Sarah Palin is very pro-life of course, unless the life is that of an Iraqi civilian or a wolf running frantically from a roaring helicopter while being strafed with ribbons of automatic weapons fire.

What makes me happy is just keeping my brain challenged and stimulated and on its toes.

I'm one of the few people in Hollywood who actually had a good childhood.

The problem with the cable networks is the lack of money, not from personal income but as far as show budget.