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 assassinate president. In Soviet Russia, president assassinate you!

I was a comedian in Russia, and I worked on the cruise ships there. I met a lot of Americans, and they were laughing even though I didn't speak their language.

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

Comedians are always hitting the topical notes that are on everybody's minds.

A Russian Reversal quote on Uncyclopedia's Soviet Union article? How original.

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