Gilbert Gottfried Quotes

Tommy Smothers is a hero of mine.

From the first time I saw Sid Caesar be funny I knew that's what I had to do.

Tina Fey is my mentor, whether she likes it or not.

I love Richard Pryor. I love him to death.

It's an honor when someone writes for you. That means they can hear your voice in their head.

Stephen Colbert has such a loyal following; I don't know if it's the same with Jay Leno; he really inspires love in people, and there can be a lucky ricochet of that for some people.

Carrot Top... I gave him advice once and he ran with it. He should thank me.

Joan Rivers was my hero.

I would like to be someone like Steve Martin. That's the path I'd like to follow.

Chuck Daly was a man and a coach who everyone had great respect for, and to be recognized in his memory is very special.

I took my first acting class at age 6 because I found out that's what Carol Burnett was doing - acting. Also she had an imaginary friend as a kid and went to UCLA, two things we have in common. I will always admire her and hope one day, I can make someone laugh a fraction as hard as she's made me bellyache.

I have to tell you I enjoy Jon Stewart. That's the truth. I actually think he's very funny. I've paid to see him do his stand-up routine.

I'd like to be remembered as good person and as one of the best comedians of my generation.

How much more must this be so in my own case for I am conscious not only of the great names and achievements of those who have preceded me, but also of the living presence of many of my masters and teachers.

They wanted me to play third like Brooks so I did play like Brooks - Mel Brooks.

I'm sure that Elvis was happy for me. I think he was the kind of guy that enjoyed other people's success, especially if he had something to do with it.

I love Tig Notaro; I just think she's so awesome.

Working with people like Jennifer Aniston and Jason Sudeikis is such a blessing because I've watched them a great deal. I grew up with 'Friends' and always aspired to work with someone from that cast. Jason is just such an amazing comedian.

What can I say about a world without Garry Shandling? This is where I need Garry. He would have something pithy, and there would be a laugh, and your heart would break at the same time. He changed my life.

I can only parody stuff I love.

I remember watching Eddie Murphy's stand-up act when I was little, and just being mesmerized.

At 90, I'm still working a couple of dates a month. My mind is very sharp on the stage, so why not? This may sound corny, but I do it because people - young and old - still come to see me, and they're very enthusiastic about my work. They treat me like the Godfather.

I'm very fond of Amy Schumer. I think she's terrific, an enormous talent.

I think it's a huge compliment from the younger guys understanding what I did for the game and wanting to represent me by wearing my shoes.

When I was younger, there were players who gave me pleasure, and now I'm in that role.