Quotes

[on criticism] The only way it gets to me is that it demonstrates a deterioration of the power of restrained, critical, rational thought that was once more ubiquitous in our society. In the sixties and seventies, there was such a high regard in this country for the achievements of human beings in science, in technology, in space exploration. And in some ways, we've turned into this wimpy, astrology-loving, angel-loving, pseudo-scientific culture that no longer has that ability. We've gotten lazy in our willingness to use our brains.

[onAmour (2012)] The last time Austria and Germany got together and co-produced something, it was Hitler.

The only problem is time.

The good thing about Broadway is that you don't have to worry about an airdate. It gets done when it gets done.

When you are in a room and your job is to write jokes 10 hours a day, your mind starts going to strange places.

With any half-hour comedy, it kind of takes on its own life and finds itself.

The success ofThe Simpsons (1989)really opened doors. It showed that if you were working in animation you didn't necessarily have to be working in kids' television.

[on the death ofAdam West]Family Guy (1999)has lost it's mayor, and I have lost a friend. Adam West was a joy to work with and the kind of guy you always wanted to be around. His positivity, good nature, and sense of fun were undeniable, and it was always a big jolt of the best kind of energy when he walked in to record the show. He knew comedy and he knew humanity. I am beyond fortunate enough to have had the privilege of working with him, and he will be profoundly missed by all of us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you have given us, Mr. Mayor. You're irreplaceable.

In 2011, my friend and colleagueJessica Barth,with whom I worked on the Ted films, confided in me regarding her encounter withHarvey Weinsteinand his attempted advances. She has since courageously come forward to speak out. It was with this account in mind that, when I hosted the Oscars in 2013, I couldn't resist the opportunity to take a hard swing in his direction. Make no mistake, this came from a place of loathing and anger. There is nothing more abhorrent and indefensible than abuse of power such as this. I respect and applaud my friend Jessica and those sharing their stories for their decision to come forward, and for being champions of the truth.

The online pitchfork mobs are notoriously quick to attack over many things that simply qualify as satire or free speech. The disproportionately persecuted Justine Sacco comes to mind. But when you're causing actual suffering - such as taking a fish out of the water and watching while it struggles to breed for the purpose of entertainment - expect widespread outrage. Do not fuck with animals,Logan Paul.It's sick, cruel, sadistic, and they can't speak for themselves and call you an asshole.

The only reason it hasn't really affected me as it maybe could have is I didn't really know that I was in any danger until after it was over, so I never had that panic moment. After the fact, it was sobering, but people have a lot of close calls; you're crossing the street and you almost get hit by a car. This one just happened to be related to something massive. I really can't let it affect me because I'm a comedy writer. I have to put that in the back of my head.

I'm wide open to getting married, but actors are not easy people to date. You end up sharing that person with this other mistress that is their career. I very much like the traditional courtship method of making a date. That's what they do in normal places, but Hollywood's not normal.

Chris Elliottcould read the phonebook and he's funny.

I'll tell you what I think is not okay. Have you ever seen that show on MSNBC,Lockup (2005)It's a reality show that takes place inside a prison. Do the prisoners have to sign release forms? Or do they have to be on it whether they like it or not?

I love the English. My God, they brought usBenny Hill,Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969),The Office (2001),Neville Chamberlain.

Fox is notorious for having a very thick skin about taking shots at themselves.