Initially, in starting to pick the songs for the live show, it was really a matter of picking songs that I loved over the years. As far as the album goes, it happened very naturally.

I understand why the gay community wants to embrace actors who are out. People want to be represented.

I've always loved Elton John and that is one of my favorite songs by him and Bernie (Taupin). The American songbook is ever-expanding and I feel like it works well with what I was trying to say.

I have insomnia, and it's hard for me to sit still for a long time. My mind is always "tick, tick, tick."

People know if you've got the goods, if you're easy to work with, and if you can get the job done.

You've just got to focus on what you have to do.

People either love me or they think I'm obnoxious. I get that.