“My happiest memory of childhood was my first birthday in reform school...” — Flip Wilson Quote

“My happiest memory of childhood was my first birthday in reform school. This teacher took an interest in me. In fact, he gave me the first birthday presents I ever got: a box of Cracker Jacks and a can of ABC shoe polish.”

“Violence is a tool of the ignorant.”

“When you're hot, you're hot; when you're not, you're not.”

“I met Leonardo DiCaprio and Busta Rhymes the same night, on my birthday in New York.”

“Somewhere it was written that October 18th is my birthday, and some people flew to Georgia to wish me! They came to my college, spoke to my professor, found out where I lived, and they were at my doorstep! I was shocked!”

“I'm over the moon to be involved in the 'Doctor Who' Christmas special. I can't quite believe it as it's a part of the family tradition at the Jenkins household. I heard the news that I got the role on my 30th birthday and it was the best birthday present ever.”