Peter Parker is probably the most relatable superhero - maybe ever - because he goes through something that basically everyone has to go through. Whether it's puberty or talking to girls or doing homework, he does it in such a human way. That's why he's such a beloved character: because so many people can relate to him.
Kids, adults, men, women, everybody has a relationship with Mickey Mouse.
People of a certain age still remember me as Edna Garrett. They often want to give me a hug because the character was so warm and nurturing. I don't mind at all. I think it's very nice.
Big Bird was the biggest star, I mean, children's favorite for a number of years. I have a 22-year-old granddaughter whose first words were 'Big Bird.'
The depth of John Candy's talent did surprise me. He was one of my all-time favorite leading men.
Rest in peace, Harold Lederman. When I was younger, my brother and I used to imitate his famous 'OK, Jim!' line while watching the big 'HBO Boxing' events. What an amazing character he was, and while I never met him, he seemed to be a lovely man.
When I got to sit in Big Bird's nest with Big Bird and sing the song, 'Sing. Sing a song. Sing out loud,' that was my crowning achievement.
You cannot go wrong with Bugs Bunny. He's the coolest cartoon character ever. I quote him all the time.
'Peter Pan' is tried and true - it's a story that everybody knows.
Julie Andrews is so iconic, and I grew up watching 'The Sound of Music' - it's every girl's dream to play Maria, in a way, I think. That music!
New York lost a classic. Carmine was an old school New Yorker.
We have such a long, familiar history with Peter Falk. The minute his mug is on that screen people smile.
Whether it's as the hero of an adventure story, as teacher and friend, as icon on watch, shirt or hat - everyone knows Mickey Mouse.
John Grisham is one of the greatest storytellers of all time.
I was a big 'Charlie Brown' fan as a kid.
It was like meeting someone out of your dreams, or fantasies, or a beloved character from a favorite book.
It's much harder to play beloved than to play a rotten guy. Rotten guy is a piece of cake. So playing a beloved person really sets a high bar for your behavior and your acting and what you project.
Millions of people thought Archie was a happy hero.
In terms of characters I wish I had created - just because I haven't dealt with anything like them - I'm really impressed by characters who can endure over time, whether that be a long series run like a Harry Bosch, or a character who endures over generations and continues to please readers: Sherlock Holmes.
Rich Aurelia was my favorite growing up.
I gotta say, Pluto is such a great character, and if I ever got to work with him, I'd be very happy. The scene where he gets caught in fly paper, he's such a great dog!
Scott Wilson (Hershel) is a god among men
No one can replace McDreamy!
Arjun is very close to my heart, and even the audiences associate me with the character.
I think Kyle Chandler is something of a national treasure.
