- We would keep up the front of this totally problemless, happy-go-lucky group. There might have been a tremendous battle in our home, but if someone from outside came in, it would be as if the director yelled, "Roll 'em". We'd fall right into our stage roles.
- It's an awfully big load to carry, to be everyone's fantasy family.
- [on his lack of sibling rivalry over Rick's larger fanbase] We were 3½ years apart, so when Rick was funny I laughed with everyone else. And when he became a popular singer, I rooted for him.
- [Ozzie Nelson looking for some stage business for David to do in a scene] I was about 20 and because I smoked at the time, he said, 'Why don't you just go over and light a cigarette.' I said, 'You know, Dad, I don't think I could do that.' I tried, but it was so out of character for David Nelson -- and yet I did smoke.
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