20 Quotes by Don Ameche

There are directors you never, ever want to get close to. Lubitsch was one. Outside of the work, I don't think I ever said five words to him. Mamet was pretty much the same thing. His mind is working all the time.

My father ran a saloon in Kenosha, Wis., which is just about as rough a living as I can think of. It was brutal; it scared the hell out of me. I was so petrified all the while I was a child, I didn't know what I was doing half the time.

I was surprised I was nominated for an Oscar because 'Cocoon' was such an ensemble picture. But now I'm certain it wasn't only for 'Cocoon.' It was a lifetime award, so I accepted it in that vein, and it probably meant more from a recognition standpoint.

God was awfully good to me during the good days. I cherish the old days, but I don't miss them.

I think this is the sweetest tribute I have ever seen in this town.

Men should be explorers no matter how old they are.

We seem to be paying some of our employees an awful lot of money.

She meant it as a compliment.

I've seen my performances. I don't like them.