Talent Compensation Quotes

We all sort of do want incentives for creative people to still exist at a certain level. You know, maybe rock stars shouldn't make as much; who knows? But you want as much creativity to take place in the future as took place in the past.

Let's face it, the great comedians now that are handicapped in the looks department are tremendous writers.

I think the acts today get too much money. I really do. They wind up blowing it all anyway. It's silly to give children that much money.

Don't get me started on BBC salaries. We were never the big league. Situation comedy has always been the poor relation in the television entertainment business.

The studio have always claimed that the ship is the star of the show, especially when they're renegotiating contracts.

It is called working your ass off. The difference is what you are willing to sacrifice. For every writer who wants balance in their life, there is a guy like me who gives up a lot to make their dreams come true. There is always going to be someone out there that knows they have to compensate for maybe having less talent with harder work and preparation.

I like to make films, but the only reason I do is because I'm a very bad musician.

I think top scientists need to be compensated at a different scale in society. Somebody with experience will tell you that true scientists are not motivated by money - they are motivated by the quest itself. That is true. But I think an additional recognition will not hurt.

I've been very well remunerated for my talents over the years so I really don't need the public's money.

My pay packet is reasonable. But I prefer doing films where I have a meaty role. The set-up of the film and the filmmaker also matter to me. For me those are vital issues that help me decide on a film. You never sign a film only for money.