Acting came from growing up in dysfunction. I mean, a lot of great times, but a lot of dysfunction.

I would like to say that I'm a walking poster board for feminism and women's liberation, but there are things that I do in my life that deeply, deeply fall short of being a statement for being a strong woman. I am flawed as much as anyone else.

I have had issues in the past with the characters and the limitations of the characters and the structure of the narratives given to me as a woman of color.

The more I'm pushed in a position of leadership and I know I have to be the mouthpiece for so many other people who can't speak for themselves, the more confidence I'm gaining.

I always felt older than my years, maybe because I was married to someone older.

No, you're not allowed to be bossy when you're married. You have to learn compromise, and compassion and patience.

The Bible is clear - God's definition of marriage is between a man and a woman.

I would like to be married and have kids. I would like to do that... Yes, I could see me settling down at some point.