Larry Hagman was my best friend for 35 years. He was the Pied Piper of life and brought joy to everyone he knew.

Writing is magic because it harnesses the energy generated by the chaos within.

People always say that Californian women are obsessed with their appearance but I think you've got to take good care of yourself, for yourself.

Our society is only as healthy as our most vulnerable citizens. It is unconscionable that the weakest links in our country are our hungry children. No other Western industrialized nation has widespread hunger within its borders. We really must put an end to hunger in the United States if we are to keep our prosperity and protect the future.

I think people love shows that are relationship-oriented. I think they love family shows.

You make a mistake, you keep going.

I love dark chocolate, but I will have a piece just occasionally.

I think any woman can be transformed by a beautiful dress and high heels.

Aeroplane journeys give me quiet time to read and sleep it's like being unplugged from the earth.

It is not about being thin. It is about staying healthy and fit. I need to live a long time to fulfil all the things I want to do. I want to be walking around at 90.