Ethel Merman Quotes & Sayings

50 most famous Ethel Merman quotes and sayings. These are the first 10 quotes we have for her. She was an American musician who passed away on 15 February, 1984.

“At one time I smoked, but in 1959 I couldn't think of anything else to give up for Lent so I stopped - and I haven't had a cigarette since.”

“Everything's coming up roses - for me.”

“Christmas carols always brought tears to my eyes. I also cry at weddings. I should have cried at a couple of my own.”

“At a flea market I always head for the junk jewelry table first.”

“I can never remember being afraid of an audience. If the audience could do better, they'd be up here on stage and I'd be out there watching them.”

“Eisenhower was my war hero and the President I admire and respect most.”

“I wouldn't change one thing about my professional life, and I make it a point not to dwell on my mistakes.”

“I can hold a note as long as the Chase National Bank.”

“I was born in my parents' bedroom on January 16. The World Almanac says it was 1909. I say it was 1912. But what difference does it make as long as I feel 33?”