Quotes By Paul Lynde

My father was adamant in his disapproval of my interest in show business.

I have this beautiful antique silver wine decanter that I bought at an auction. I always pour wine from that.

The doctor's name was Sylvia. I told her she'd have a problem with me because Sylvia was my mother's name.

I think basically an actor is a salesman.

I don't know who the hell Paul Lynde is, or why he's funny, and I prefer it to be a mystery to me.

The dining room in my old house was truly magnificent, but by far the worst room for conversation. I'd get up from the table, a very long table, and somebody would always say, Paul, I never got to talk to you.

My kitchen is not a place to live in. I made it white so I can tell instantly if it's not clean-and I like it clean enough to be able to eat off the floors-or the tables, for that matter.

I feel now it's useless to keep hoping. The way things are today, we live in a world that needs laughter, and I've decided if I can make people laugh, I'm making a more important contribution.