It's always funny to me when people meet me. They really think I'm from the East coast off top. When they get to talkin' to me, they go "Oh no, she's sooooo Southern"

Life would continue to exist and grow. Cause and effect still exist even where there is no time.

There's very few shows that truly reflect specific ethnic experiences, and when they come and come right, they're a hit.

My family has always had Cape Verdean pride but I don't think it was something the kids in the family necessarily understood. However, I was very conscious of the fact that both sides of my family were drastically different and my aunts, cousins, and uncles varied in different shades of brown.

I was drawn into acting due to the fact that I could express myself better. I could use my voice - my entire body - not just my looks, height, and physical expressions.

I surround myself with strong willed, courageous personalities, because I've got to be coached by the best.

My friends are me and in essence better than me, they help me be better even when they don't know it.