23 Quotes by Donald O'Connor

I was born and raised to entertain other people. I’ve heard laughter and applause and known a lot of sorrow. Everything about me is based on show business – I think it will bring me happiness. I hope so.

You see, as far as the man’s personality goes, there’s no one who can touch Fred Astaire. He’s unique.

That is the godawful thing about television today. Performers don’t have any place to hit and miss. You’re either in or you’re out; you don’t have a chance to become good at your craft. If you make three pictures in a row and they don’t go over, you’re out of the business.

I’m not a good choreographer: I can’t remember what I put down.

Doing those costume pictures was wonderful.