, actor, juggler and writer
. Fields was known for his comic persona
as a misanthropic
and hard-drinking egotist who remained a sympathetic character despite his snarling contempt for dogs, children and women.
The characterization he portrayed in films and on radio was so strong it became generally identified with Fields himself.
Goddamn the whole friggin' world but you, Carlotta!
Never give a sucker an even break.
Whilst traveling through the Andes Mountains, we lost our corkscrew. Had to live on food and water for several days.
I was in love with a beautiful blonde once, dear. She drove me to drink. That's the one thing I'm indebted to her for.
I didn't squawk about the steak, dear. I merely said I didn't see that old horse that used to be tethered outside here.
I never voted for anybody. I always voted against.
Back in my rummy days, I would tremble and shake for hours upon arising. It was the only exercise I got.
Some weasel took the cork out of my lunch...
If a thing is worth having, it's worth cheating for.