At one time I smoked, but in 1959 I couldn't think of anything else to give up for Lent so I stopped - and I haven't had a cigarette since.
From Ethel Merman
Legend has it that when God created me, he gave me a big distinctive voice, a lot of boldness and no heart.
Everything's coming up roses - for me.
Christmas carols always brought tears to my eyes. I also cry at weddings. I should have cried at a couple of my own.
Broadway has been very good to me. But then, I've been very good to broadway.
Always give them the old fire, even when you feel like a squashed cake of ice.
I wouldn't change one thing about my professional life, and I make it a point not to dwell on my mistakes.
You gotta have a gimmick.
When you are in deep conflict about something, sometimes the most trivial thing can tip the scales.
I was born in my parents' bedroom on January 16. The World Almanac says it was 1909. I say it was 1912. But what difference does it make as long as I feel 33?
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