I was not only typecast as a Russian, but I was typecast as Yakov Smirnoff. This is understandable, and I was very happy to get the roles, but it would be nice to be in a movie where I could be someone else.

In America, you drive car. In Soviet Russia, car drive you!

The reason gas prices are so high is because the oil is in Texas and Oklahoma and all the dipsticks are in Washington.

I believe that love and laughter can only happen when one person takes the time to think about what would cause the other person to feel good.

In today's society we sometimes forget to balance our hearts and our heads; this is the reason we stop laughing.

In America, you can always find a party. In Soviet Russia, The Party can always find you!

Never having alone time is real tough on people.