I realized how Latina I was, and then also, at the same time, how not Latina enough I was, because Iโm born and raised in Los Angeles. I speak Spanish, but I donโt speak perfect Spanish, not like a native speaker
America FerreraSometimes I worry more about losing weight than gaining weight, because this is how people know and accept me. I do feel like if I wanted to get in better shape, there might be a backlash of, Why isn't she comfortable with herself anymore? So I try to figure out what my own goals are.
America FerreraPaparazzi will sit outside my house to see where I'm going, and when they see it's the studio, they'll be like, "This is boring," and drive off. But you'd never catch me dancing on tables in public. I have no desire to be known for my personal life.
America Ferrera