237 Quotes by Joan Collins

When I was 49, I posed for Playboy – I was very flattered to be asked. I was quite honoured, really, considering that most of the models they feature are in their twenties.

I mean, I’m a war baby, and we had rationing, and we didn’t have sugar and sweets, which is very good for you in actual fact. Because when we had a piece of fruit, we’d gulp it down. It was just great.

And I kissed a lot of frogs as well, but no, I kissed a lot of frogs and now I’ve found my prince.

It’s no one’s fault to be born ugly, but, honestly, must it be worn as a symbol of pride?

Hair, in fact, is probably the bane of most women’s lives.

I’ve never chased fame. I came into this business to be a theatre actress. I was nine when I first appeared on stage. But I can’t say I would turn my back on fortune. I’m someone who enjoys the benefits of money.

I’ve made no secret of the fact that I often wear wigs and have in fact launched my own ‘Dynasty’ range, named after various characters. I find this saves a ton of time – as well as my own hair.

It’s just something that I like, and I also don’t buy into the ageism theory.

I don’t believe in eating junk and I protect my face all the time from the sun, even in the winter with base and makeup.