Warren Buffett shared timeless investment wisdom in his first-ever national TV interview nearly 40 years ago. Here are the best 9 quotes.

• Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett sat down for his first national TV interview in 1985.
• Appearing on the PBS show “Adam Smith’s Money World,” he offered sage investment advice that he continues to preach today.
• Here are the best quotes Buffett dropped in his first TV interview from nearly 40 years ago.

Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett is a household name today, as the businessman has consistently been ranked as one of the best investors ever and, subsequently, one of the wealthiest people in the world.

Through his ownership stake in Berkshire Hathaway, Buffett currently has a net worth of about $114 billion. But in 1985, it was closer to $500 million and his name recognition was a lot lower.