I never thought, "I'm going to be an artist". When I actually began to become successful in the art world I made it a point to say, 'I am a dilettante, I am not a professional artist", which is true.

Society tells you that when you're old you have to retire. You have to defy that.

I have only one life, so I want to make sure it's a good one.

You're filled with so much life. Is there any reason why all of us are not full of life?

My beauty secret is... nothing! I don't drink too much water. I don't eat very well. Sometimes I cheat and grab some chocolate. The best thing is to eat what you want, but not very much.

Transform jealousy to admiration, and what you admire will become part of your life.

The people have got to trust in themselves.