A straight factor is important in any comedy, because you need something to tee it up and also to ground it.
If people are going to complain about stereotyping, it's as likely to be Italian-Americans as gay people.
I have a tendency to evolve into William Shatner, with my big fat face.
I just love doing sitcoms. I'd be in them till I was gray if they'd have me.
By definition, gay is smart. I see plenty of macho heterosexual idiots, but nine times out of 10 you can have a great conversation if you find a gay guy.