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Quote of the Day Fresh quotes Topics Authors I'm Feeling Lucky Disable ads! 49 quotes by Ethel Merman Play media Let Me Call You Sweetheart (1932) Play media You Try Somebody Else (1932) Play media Time on My Hands (1932) Ethel Merman (January 16, 1908 – February 15, 1984) was an American actress and singer. Known primarily for her belting voice and roles in musical theatre, she has been called "the undisputed First Lady of the musical comedy stage." Among the many standards introduced by Merman in Broadway musicals are "I Got Rhythm",... Read full biography of Ethel Merman → 1 2 3 4 Ctrl → Christmas carols always brought tears to my eyes. I also cry at weddings. I should have cried at a couple of my own. 0 At a flea market I always head for the junk jewelry table first. 0 At one time I smoked, but in 1959 I couldn't think of anything else to give up for Lent so I stopped - and I haven't had a cigarette since. 0 I can never remember being afraid of an audience. If the audience could do better, they'd be up here on stage and I'd be out there watching... → 0 When you are in deep conflict about something, sometimes the most trivial thing can tip the scales. 0 Eisenhower was my war hero and the President I admire and respect most. 0 I'll pat myself on the back and admit I have talent. Beyond that, I just happened to be in the right place at the right time. 0 I was born in my parents' bedroom on January 16. The World Almanac says it was 1909. I say it was 1912. But what difference does it make as long... → 0 I wouldn't change one thing about my professional life, and I make it a point not to dwell on my mistakes. 0 Always give them the old fire, even when you feel like a squashed cake of ice. 0 If I feel in need of sleep, I just open a book or turn on the television. Both are better than any sleeping pill. 0 I've never cooked. I can't do much more in the kitchen than make a cup of tea and some toast. 0 I don't like to read. The only things I read are gossip columns. If someone gives me a book, it had better have lots of pictures. 0 1 2 3 4 Ctrl → Add a quote!


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