Ten Questions for David LaCombe

These 10 questions originally came from a French series, "Bouillon de Culture" hosted by Bernard Pivot. They are probably more familiar to many as the questions James Lipton asks at the end of "Inside the Actor's Studio."

What is your favorite word?
Daddy

What is your least favorite word?
Can't

What turns you on creatively, spiritually or emotionally?
I appreciate talent in its many forms. Watching a person perform their craft expertly is fascinating to me. I am principle centered and appreciate people who have a high degree of self-awareness and regard for their fellow man. My family is my greatest source of excitement, satisfaction, and fulfillment - As I often tell Kathryn...One lifetime is just not enough time to enjoy your companionship.

What turns you off?
People who are selfish, rude, and inconsiderate of others. If each person was just a little more aware of the impact of their actions on others, we'd have a much nicer world.

What is your favorite curse word?
God-Dammit!

What sound or noise do you love?
Laughter

What sound or noise do you hate?
Cell phones - especially that annoying "bleep-bleep" and speaker-phone feature of Nextel phones.

What profession other than your own would you like to attempt?
I'd like to be either a pilot or photographer.

What profession would you not like to do?
Please don't ask me to work with people who don't want to help themselves.

If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the Pearly Gates?
Hello David - everyone is waiting for you at the beach house.