My schools were quite diverse - those who serve their country come from every race and religion - and so the military schools I attended were a wonderful melting pot.

In 2005, I had the great honor of playing Shailene Woodley's mother in 'Felicity: An American Girl Adventure.' I was immediately impressed by her work ethic, both on and off set.

Shakespeare set a lot of his dramas in a historical perspective or war perspective, or he would study what was going on at that time.

Sometimes I ride my bike to see the kids after a matinee and then ride back to do the show. That's the hard part, but I wouldn't have it any other way.

As CEO of a big company, I have to be a kind of a champion of the interests of our people as insofar as their ability to do their job, to feel comfortable in their work environment, and to be able to fulfill their ambitions.

If you're famous for being famous, that's usually a four-year career.

If you can build your career around your passions, then you're winning in life; that's one of the best things you can ask for.

I'm lucky that I've been able to do things in my career that is affording us the luxury of not having to travel in a van to tour.