It's important for us to latch onto the people that we love.

I was a single mom that raised two bright, beautiful, and compassionate girls.

Nothing you wear is more important than your smile.

Every decorative piece in this house is my feeling, my choice.

I am a New Yorker.

I am from Brooklyn, NY, so we could not have many pets, but I always had at least two dogs.

I love being Italian.

I made the decision a long time ago that I had an obligation to my children that I happily fulfilled.

I was more secure being a mother than I was walking on a set.

My kids are pretty secure, bright, and know who they are.

Pet me, touch me, love me, that's what I get when I perform. That's when I'm really getting what I want.

She will be successful who is easy to start and hard to stop.

I love the live performances and Las Vegas. I also like making films that are being discovered by another generation. Having been a teen idol of the '60s is great because you realize you left your generation with a smile and good memories.

Once you have an animal, you have to commit to it. They need a sense of freedom, but, of course, they must have some boundaries. I am against hitting them though; just send the vibe and that will do it.