I was surprised to be so crazy about Joe. I expected a flashy New York sports type, and instead I met this reserved guy who didn`t make a pass at me right away! He treated me like something special. Joe is a very decent man, and he makes other people feel decent too. - on meeting Joe DiMaggio for the first time
- Marilyn MonroeJoe hates crowds and glamour. - explaining why Joe DiMaggio didn`t come on one of her USO tours
- Marilyn MonroeI didn`t want to give up my career, and that`s what Joe wanted me to do most of all. - on why her marriage to Joe DiMaggio couldn`t work
- Marilyn MonroeMrs. Robinson is a little dated now, but it has nothing to do with Joe DiMaggio.
- Paul SimonTed Williams was the greatest hitter I ever saw, but DiMaggio was the greatest all around player.
- Bob FellerAs one of nine men, DiMaggio is the best player that ever lived.
- Connie MackI`m the guy that made Joe DiMaggio famous.
- Allison McGeer