"I don't know if high society is different in other cities, but in Hollywood, important people can't stand to be invited someplace that isn't full of other important people. They don't mind a few unfamous people being present because they make good listeners."

"What appeals to me? There are things, points of view, uses of the language, habits of dress, ways of thought and believing that came to me from my grandparents and came to them from theirs. Things that are of good use in any situation, no matter what the future may hold."

"When you're strong and good, then you're Bad."

"I like people who can make you laugh without using vulgarity, or bad words."

"Convert bad news to good news."

"The sweetest sound I know is the Muslim call to prayer."