Michael Palin decided to give up on his considerable comedy talents to make those dreadfully tedious travel shows. Have you ever tried to watch one? – John Cleese
I think that money spoils most things, once it becomes the primary motivating force. – John Cleese
I find it rather easy to portray a businessman. Being bland, rather cruel and incompetent comes naturally to me. – John Cleese
My compulsion to always be working has become less strong and my current business is purely down to this enormous alimony. If I wasnt doing this Id be making documentaries about wildlife and other subjects that interest me. – John Cleese