I was afraid I would get the Oscar for 'Irma La Douce' because it was popular. But I didn't want to because I didn't really think it was that good.
Shirley MacLainebonding through dependence never works, whereas bonding through freedom always does.
Shirley MacLaineI was always a character actress and never a sex symbol. Even when I was the leading lady, I was a character actor.
Shirley MacLaineIf you're comfortable with yourself-which everyone can get to, to some extent-that's when you start getting into who is your real self.
Shirley MacLaine