I finally made up my mind I wanted to be an actress and I was not going to let my lack of confidence ruin my chances.

Beneath the makeup and behind the smile I am just a girl who wishes for the world.

I don't want to play sex roles any more. I'm tired of being known as the girl with the shape.

The first time I knew what I wanted to do with my life was when I was about four years old. I was listening to an old Victrola, playing a railroad song...I thought that was the most wonderful, amazing thing...That you could take this piece of wax and music would come out of that box. From that day on, I wanted to sing on the radio.

I've worked hard for money. Nobody's given it to me dear! I've earned it so it's mine to do what I want with. So if I want a pyramid in Kensington and I can afford it, I'll have it.

I wanted to be a singer forever. But it's not really my cup of tea. Having the whole world know who you are.