Melissa McCarthy

I've always had mostly gay male friends.

Part of being young is you think gaining 6 lbs. is the end of the world.

As a teenager I went all Goth, but I wasn't mopey enough. I would pretend to be, but I'd end up making people laugh.

I've grown to love L.A., but it's the most socially awkward place. All these people have come there not to be something but to pretend to be someone trying to be someone.

The letters I really love are from young actresses who were worried they had to fit a certain look. They say I've opened it up. And I don't just mean plus-size girls. You can push things now. With all the great performances in 'Bridesmaids', it changed how people see funny women.

When I was 22, I met with some janky manager, and she told me, 'You're never going to work at this weight.' I think I was a size 6 at the time. There is just this weird thing about how we perceive women in this country. I would love to be a part of breaking that down.

I love a house project.

I would love to be directed by more women.

I love to watch someone who just goes for it and isn't worried about whether it's silly or awkward or unflattering.

I think there are people who really love the comfort of their small town, and there are people who feel stuck by it.

I love the juxtaposition of a sweet little blouse with a motocross look.

I love a woman who's solid in her shoes.