“My father described this tall lady who stands in the middle of the New York harbor, holding high a torch to welcome people seeking freedom in America. I instantly fell in love.”
Yakov Smirnoff“I have American in-laws, and I care about the environment. We don't use disposable diapers, which, of course, creates an environmental problem of our own.”
Yakov Smirnoff“Americans think Soviets are so grim. I want them to see that they can smile.”
Yakov Smirnoff“We may have forgotten how to feel. Nobody is teaching us how to live happily ever after, as we've heard in fairy tales.”
Yakov Smirnoff“Falling in love is a chemical reaction. But it wears off in a year. That's why you need a strong line of communication... which includes laughter.”
Yakov Smirnoff