England occupies a warm spot in my affections. It was the scene of my greatest performance. I was born there.
BOB HOPEI led such a sheltered life I didn’t go out with girls until I was almost four.
More Bob Hope Quotes
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When we recall the past, we usually find that it is the simplest things – not the great occasions – that in retrospect give off the greatest glow of happiness.
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I only speak a little pigeon French. Just enough to get by with the little French pigeons.
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Milton Hope led the singing of Happy Birthday … He would say, ‘Keep it sweet and short and don’t try to be funny.’
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There was nothing subtle about our landing. The pilot just pointed the nose at the ground and let her rip.
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I always like to go to Washington D.C. It gives me a chance to visit my money.
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You know what a fan letter is – it’s just an inky raspberry.
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I’ve got to watch myself these days. It’s too exciting watching anyone else.
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US President Gerald Ford’s golf was so bad we thought he was a ‘Hitman for the PGA!
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If you think golf is relaxing, you’re not playing it right.
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We have 51 golf courses in Palm Springs. He [President Ford] never decides which course he will play until after the first tee shot.
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Golf is a funny game. It’s done much for health, and at the same time has ruined people by robbing them of their peace of mind. Look at me, I’m the healthiest idiot in the world.
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People who throw kisses are hopelessly lazy.
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We had a very successful trip to Russia. We made it back.
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I do benefits for all religions – I’d hate to blow the hereafter on a technicality.
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I’ve always felt England was a great place for a comic to work. It’s an island and the audience can’t run very far.
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