I believe America wants and needs the shared experience of television. We far too often see in crises how television brings us together.

At the end of Season 1 of 'Cheers', it was the lowest rated show in all of network television... So we turn to 'Bill Cosby'; when he came to Thursday night, he just exploded. And once the audience was there, we said, 'Hey, by the way, we also have this other great show. It's called 'Cheers'.'

Innovation comes to you from creators who do have a vision and a passion, and that is how we succeeded.

I fought to make a multiple series commitment with John Wells.

One way in which 'Friends' did resemble 'Seinfeld' is that it really found its audience over the summer of 1995 in reruns. That's when the main title song, 'I'll Be There for You', by the Rembrandts, exploded, too.

A 'Friends' shoot night could extend well into the small hours of the morning.

The worst state of affairs is when science begins to concern itself with art.

I am responsible. Although I may not be able to prevent the worst from happening, I am responsible for my attitude toward the inevitable misfortunes that darken life.

Too many people say to their brokers, I can't deal with this. Take my money. Do what you want. That's the worst attitude you can have.

Expect the best. Prepare for the worst. Capitalize on what comes.

This is the precept by which I have lived: Prepare for the worst; expect the best; and take what comes.

The worst thing that happens to you may be the best thing for you if you don't let it get the best of you.