You know, the way Im accepted, I almost feel like Judy Garland, truly. — Bea Arthur

"There were subjects we tackled that had never been even discussed, like I had an abortion. Nobody ever talked about that."

"It was like the Beatles had arrived, you know. These four elderly ladies, and they were screaming for us-screaming for us. It was wonderful."

"I... was not too happy to suddenly take on this public role thrust upon me. They just assumed I was the Joan of Arc of the womens movement. And I wasnt at all. It put a lot of unnecessary pressure on me."

"I suddenly realized that comedy, for me, was just being honest, and playing it for real. Ive seen so many wonderful actors who turn into creatures from another planet when theyre told they are supposed to be playing comedy. I... was not too happy to suddenly take on this public role thrust upon me. They just assumed I was the Joan of Arc of the womens movement. And I wasnt at all. It put a lot of unnecessary pressure on me. Id never even been to Wrigley Field. I never even enjoyed baseball that much, but I loved being there, the crowd was lovely, and they all sang with me!"

"I watch news programs and I love Comedy Central. I love The Daily Show-its smarter than anything else. I also like The Critic and Celebrity Death Match and South Park. I love all of that."

"Making lasting gifts for animals in our estate plans is perhaps the single most important thing we can do to ensure animals have the strongest possible voice for their protection."