I knew that I was 'interesting' at 18 because I was aware that I could get away with doing things on stage.

Frankly, if I could get away with not having to perform, I'd be very happy. It's not my favorite thing to do.

Even though I was very shy, I found I could get onstage if I had a new identity.

I don't like to read things that people write about me. I'd rather read what kids have to say about me because it's not their profession to do that.

Fame can take interesting men and thrust mediocrity upon them.

Do I exaggerate? Boy, do I, and I'd do it more if I could get away with it.