Johnny Weissmuller

Throughout my career I swam for form. Speed came as a result of it.

I have always been vitally interested in physical conditioning. I have long believed that athletic competition among people and nations should replace violence and wars.

I need freedom to be happy.

Can you imagine - a blond Tarzan?

The director sent for me for Tarzan. I climbed the tree and walked out on a limb. The next day I was told I was an actor.

With but few exceptions, it is always the underdog who wins through sheer willpower.

No marriage can stand up under the strain of incessant association.

The William Morris Agency handled me. In that business, you're only as good as your last picture.

I learned to yodel pretty well. It took me a few months, but I eventually perfected it.

Treat your body well, and it'll see you through for many years.

I could make good time because I was so long and skinny, shooting through the water like a stick.

Swimming gave me my start, but my pal Tarzan did the real work. He set me up nicely.