We’re only here briefly. And while I’m here I want to allow myself joy.

I was a pretty scrappy, tough kid; I got in all sorts of fights at school. I defended myself - boys didn't mess with me. But as one of seven children, you have to fight for everything anyway.

Perfect isn't normal, nor is it interesting. I have no features without makeup. I am pale. I have blond lashes. You could just paint my face - it's like a blank canvas. It can be great for what I do.

Being pregnant finally helped me understand what my true relationship was with my body - meaning that it wasn't put on this earth to look good in a swimsuit. I was like, 'Look, I can carry a baby! I'm gaining weight right, everything's going well.' And I've had that relationship ever since.

I probably never would have been hired on Broadway had I not moved out to LA and pursued acting and film, which is sad really.

I graduated high school and I didn't have a skill set and I didn't want to go to college. I needed a job.

I'm really good at gymnastics, and that's about it.