When I was 14 years old, I decided I could cook. It was either that or puberty.

Meaning of the quote

When the actor Dom DeLuise was 14 years old, he realized he could start cooking. This was something he decided to do instead of going through the changes that happen during puberty, which is a normal part of growing up.

About Dom DeLuise

Dom DeLuise was a multi-talented American entertainer who found fame as an actor, comedian, director, chef, and author. He was particularly known for his work in Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder films, as well as his collaborations with Burt Reynolds. DeLuise also lent his voice to several popular animated productions in the 1980s.

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I think I was immediately fed, so food became a very important part of my life.

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Once at the White House I was asked to conduct the Drum and Bugle Corp. The man just handed me the baton and I finished the song. It was great. I got to keep the baton.

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I’ve had some wonderful times at the White House. I’ve been with Ford, Carter, Reagan, Clinton and Bush.

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I have a cooking show that’s coming on that I did in Albany. It will be on The Cooking Channel.

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Dolly Parton… I love being around that woman! I worked really hard to keep up with her.

Dom DeLuise

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Sometimes I get a little manic and you can’t stop me. I’m all over the place. I have fun.

Dom DeLuise

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Mel is nuts. He puts on a suit and a tie and acts like a normal person so people think he’s okay. He’s definitely out in left field. He’s got the ambition of a boy.

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Every couple of seconds out here they’re honoring somebody. You’ve got to get dressed, go in and sit down. Invariably somebody makes a speech.

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There were five writers on Blazing Saddles.

Dom DeLuise

American actor, comedian, chef, director, producer, author (1933-2009)

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Dom DeLuise

American actor, comedian, chef, director, producer, author (1933-2009)

I was at dinner with Gene Wilder and imitated Ethel Barrymore for everyone.

Dom DeLuise

American actor, comedian, chef, director, producer, author (1933-2009)

The joys of my life are my granddaughters. They are beautiful. You don’t have to believe me. You can ask my wife. She’ll tell you.

Dom DeLuise

American actor, comedian, chef, director, producer, author (1933-2009)

My mother had lots and lots of children who didn’t survive.

Dom DeLuise

American actor, comedian, chef, director, producer, author (1933-2009)

Mr. Brooks and I have been friends forever. He is in seventh heaven with his new success on Broadway.

Dom DeLuise

American actor, comedian, chef, director, producer, author (1933-2009)

I’d rather be at home with 12 people around the table.

Dom DeLuise

American actor, comedian, chef, director, producer, author (1933-2009)