“I went to Brooklyn College as an education major. It was a big deal in...” — Jimmy Smits Quote

“I went to Brooklyn College as an education major. It was a big deal in the family, but really, I was living for Mom and Dad.”

“As an actor and as a performer, I've felt that the education system has really helped me in a lot of ways... there was always a teacher or a professor along the way that kept pushing me to the next stage.”

“The Latino population has become such a presence. We are part of the American tapestry in a very profound way, in every area you can think of, and are very significant in popular culture.”

“To score four times against an Italian team when you trail 2-0 is a big deal.”

“Everyone gives 'Picket Fences' credit for being so willing to delve into issues that now would be no big deal. But it was then. It was ahead of its time.”

“If you don't have one thing, what's the big deal? Not everybody has everything.”