Nothing is ever a setback. If anything, it just motivates you for what's next.

I enjoy real people, down-to-earth people who are true to themselves and honest to your face - good or bad.

When I learned how millions of children go to bed hungry, my only response was, 'What can I do to help?'

There have been a lot of roles and scripts that have come my way but nothing that really inspired me or intrigued me like when "Burlesque" showed up at my door. Just the whole concept of burlesque, I've always been fascinated with it. I've always collected so many books about burlesque. I've been intrigued by the time that it's set in, in the 20's, 30's, 40's and so I knew it was a no brainer for me to be a part of once I met with the team.

I always wanted to have my own album released before I graduated from high school.

I think you can really gauge my state of mind by listening to my albums.

Thankfully, I have my mom and a small group of close friends who are there for me 24/7 and whom I can trust and depend on.