I was a surrogate for Obama; I helped fundraise. I'm still a supporter.

I only get involved with roles that I find intriguing, in top quality productions regardless of the medium. I try not to focus on the format itself and concentrate instead, on finding roles that challenge and entertain me as an artist.

The actor that taught me the most was Bernie Mac. I did my first big budget studio film with he and Angela Bassett, 'Mr. 3000' for Disney. Bernie taught me by example what creates success is humility and hard work.

I was a surrogate for Obama; I helped fundraise. I'm still a supporter.

I have my own dance and production companies, and acting is my creative outlet. It's what I'm passionate about. I've actually created a lifestyle where I could act for free. I could get a job to pay the bills and act on the weekends to make me smile.

I work to take care of my family, not the other way around.

Don't get bogged down with all the details of how it's going to come together. Just do the dishes. And watch the momentum build.