I always sang, I always acted, I always played.
No heirloom of humankind captures the past as do art and language.
But, when I toil in the field of Jewish culture which I frequently do, I am indeed a Jewish artist.
Despite a large body of work in films, TV, theatre and concerts, I am viewed by many as a Jewish artist. I do not resent the label, except for the fact that I disapprove of labels in general.
I'm exceedingly proud of being an actor, but I never recommend it to anyone.
I created the role of Captain Von Trapp.