Public figures say the darndest things. Here are our picks for the best, worst and most hilarious quotes of the week.
“It just appeared to me there was something off, that he started looking like me. So that’s when I kind of got it. It was never discussed.” — Arnold Schwarzenegger, on realizing housekeeper Mildred Baena’s son was his child. Schwarzenegger spoke with “60 Minutes” about his affair and his autobiography “Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story.”
“My mother and I created the BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION for one reason: ‘to inspire bravery.’ This profile is an extension of that dream. Be brave and celebrate with us your ‘perceived flaws,’ as society tells us.” — Lady Gaga’s post on the new A Body Revolution 2013 page of her Little Monsters website. Lady Gaga revealed that she has struggled with bulimia and anorexia since she was 15, and she encouraged fans to post their own pictures and embrace their bodies.
“I think there’s a balance with the Oscars, and that’s going to be the challenge – the challenge of staying honest and true to what it is I do, but at the same time adapting appropriately for this event.” — Seth MacFarlane, on his upcoming Academy Awards hosting gig. MacFarlane created animated comedy shows “Family Guy,” “American Dad” and “The Cleveland Show.”
“I’m not sure when the Foo Fighters are going to play again. It feels strange to say that but it’s a good thing for all of us to go away for a while. It’s one of the reasons we’re still here.” — Dave Grohl’s Facebook post announcing that the Foo Fighters will be taking a break.
“She gets the same feedback we got. You know, ‘Look at these crazy people! What are they doing?’ Enjoy it while you can … Make the best of it.” — Ronnie Ortiz-Magro, of “Jersey Shore” fame, gives advice to Honey Boo Boo.