One of my least favorite things about being even remotely recognizable is that I'm not allowed to watch in the same way anymore. You try not to hide from the world because you want to still participate and still be inspired by what's around you.

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 thought 'Out of Africa' would be a beautiful ballet.

A man who's powerful and strong yet is able to show tenderness and vulnerability, that's really sexy.

Being an actress hasn't made me insecure. I was insecure long before I declared I was an actress.

Moving out to L.A. for me was a leap of faith. I was very secure in my dinner theater world; I loved it, and I was just like, 'I think there's something else out there for me and I just have to go for it.'

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