I think my uncle was probably the biggest influence in my life. We grew up in the same house, and he was just a really great, hard-working, honest, ethical person.

I've been playing a lot of really strong, able woman, but I think it would be really fun to play a crazy drug addict, or something.

Almost every Marine I've met says I portray a Marine dead-on, which is really, really flattering.

But, people are recognizing me more. Sometimes fans just approach me on the street and say how much they love the show. It's great to get that kind of feedback.

When I do get time, I like to hike and I take lots of vitamins and powders to keep healthy.

I've always wanted to produce. I've had my production company name for years, even though I didn't really do anything with it right away.

I think my uncle was probably the biggest influence in my life. We grew up in the same house, and he was just a really great, hard-working, honest, ethical person.