It proves what they say, give the public what they want to see and they'll come out for it.
Source: Said while attending the funeral in 1958 of Hollywood producer Harry Cohn; also attributed to Samuel Goldwyn.
-- Red Skelton, (Jul 18 1913-1997), US comedian, actor; He was a master of pantomime and slapstick comedy; hosted The Red Skelton Show from 1951 to 1971.