There's always someone telling you not to do something. The main thing is just to ignore them.

You should never try irony or self-effacing humour.

I don't want people to be inspired or offended by what I do. If you determine your behavior by what [other people] want, you're screwed.

I grew up in New York, and I have that in me, that be-honest-at-all-costs, don't b.s. me attitude. I say, If you've got something to say about me, say it to my face. And then we'll either talk about it or fight about it.

I love iconoclasts. I love individuals. I love people that are true to themselves, whatever the cost.

If you're in the position to help someone and you do it, it's very rewarding.

I couldn't care less about being a presenter at the Oscars.