When I watch TV, I'm embarrassed by some of what's on.

I spend a lot of time thinking of the Hereafter - each time I enter a room I wonder what I'm here after.

You can't TV surf without coming across an Andy of Mayberry episode where you've just got to watch Don as Barney. And that's why I put Don in several of my movies.

If only my folks had beaten me, I could have gotten some material about my miserable childhood. But as it is, I've had a great life.

Don Knotts was a really big influence, especially on the Steve Allen show. I mean, look at the guy, his entire life is in his face.

My career is pretty much over. I'm out in the Valley eating soft-boiled eggs.

It's hard to be sad when you're laughing, so I enjoy making people happy.