Quotes by Anna Lee

Hugo is my family now. I've always had Great Danes, but Hugo is the most loving dog I've ever had. When my last Great Dane died, I thought I would never get another. I loved that dog so much. But my son Jeffrey found Hugo at a kennel that was overstocked; Hugo was almost 2, just over being a puppy. He's a wonderful guard dog, but he forgets how big he is and tries to get in my lap! Danes are so affectionate.

I did not want to meet my queen in a wheelchair. I was on two canes, and I managed to follow the protocol, two steps back, curtsy, two steps forward, curtsy again. The queen pinned the medal on and was concerned about how I was recovering. It was a wonderful honor I will never forget.

I have been twice around the world. I have watched the sun rise over the Gizeh Pyramids in Egypt and the moon above the Taj Mahal. I have flown across the entire continent of Africa entertaining troops during World War II. I have fox-hunted in England and rounded up cattle in Montana.

I was a star in England, but I've never been a star in America. Now I am.

I was assured that my role as Lila Quartermaine would remain open, The writers had already written the storyline that my character had been in a serious automobile accident. Going back to work did more to speed my recovery than all the medication and treatment. It was the best therapy.

My dressing room ws in the middle, between Bette Davis on the right and Joan Crawford on the left. I got all the vibes that came across. They didn't fight openly, but you could tell there was friction between them. Joan was very gracious, but I never believed in her like I did Bette. If Bette said something, you believed it.

My father was an Episcopalian minister, and I've always been comforted by the power of prayer.

The time I used to spend playing tennis I now use for reading or doing embroidery.

They see me wheeling around in a beautiful gown, and they realize you can look elegant, and you can lead a happy life in a wheelchair. I know I've helped handicapped people, because I've received many comments.

Yes, I'm a great believer in angels.

Remember even though the outside world might be raining, if you keep on smiling the sun will soon show its face and smile back at you.