Biografie

Criminal Minds (2005) was one of the most pleasant prime time experiences I have had. The producers went out of their way to make it enjoyable. Their support of my work was phenomenal and the cast were wonderful. I hope to do more episodes in nighttime and comedy would be terrific too.

Yul Brynner had a reputation for being difficult, hot tempered, etc., etc., etc. He was so so wonderful to me. He could not do enough to make me comfortable, appreciated and loved. It was a happy three years on Broadway with "The King and I".

Sugarbaker's: Mann muss nicht sein (1986) is one of my all time favorite roles. What a fantastic group of ladies to work with and the producers and writers were fabulous. They wrote the last scene when my character revealed her private life about two hours before the audience arrived. The resolution was so funny and such fun to do. Even the guard at Warners [Warner Bros. Studios] was laughing when I drove out after taping. I love comedy and have enjoyed doing shows like Frasier (1993), High Society (1995) and Sugarbaker's: Mann muss nicht sein (1986). Sit-coms are truly rewarding but just to hear people laugh is a reward.

Glenn Ford was probably the biggest surprise [to work with]. We made Bezwinger des Todes (1964) and I was stunned by his film acting technique. He understood that medium better than anyone I had ever worked with. I knew he was good but I never realized how good he was.

John Wayne was as big in person as he was on the screen. He had time for his fans; he was doggedly loyal to his fellow actors and truly a friend.