I know a lot of people who are philosophers and they sit by the river and talk about what that underwater world might look like. And I'll say 'Dive in, man, and go see it. Swim around. You'll be okay.

My parents were European immigrants. They came to the States with $1,500, two suitcases, and me, and they managed to build a business, a family, and a future for their family. They didn't have any of the resources of people who have lived here for two or three generations.

Once you’re comfortable by yourself you learn to be more at ease with others.

My fans are the best fans, because they're charming, they're sweet and they're super intelligent. Thank you guys so much!

I have to believe in the character to perform it.

I don't know how you can live on the planet and not care about the environment. It's our globe, we share it.

I think 'Game of Thrones' was extraordinary. I want to do some period pieces. It would be lovely to tell great stories, that is my main ambition. And to be working with amazing creators.