"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."

"The pace at which people are taking to digital technology defies our stereotypes of age, education, language and income."

"You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child."

"Take care of the small circle around you. When you have succeeded with them, then move outwards, one small step at a time."

"I think I'm a different kind of role model for young girls."