“I used to be friends with Miles Davis. He didn't like many folks. I lived across…” — Rip Torn

When I grew up, people said, 'You'll never be the man your dad was.' And I said, 'Gee, I hope not.'

There's always some kind of blacklist throughout history. But the difference is, in America they usually let you live.

Let the other guys do the crybaby stuff. Go for the laughs.

If you're lucky enough to have a pretty girl love you and share herself and sleep with you, make that your secret. The best way to spoil love is by talking to too many people about it.