It's hard being such a powerful woman in the business. I'm known for not always being warm and fuzzy, because you'll just get bulldozed over.

We take food for granted, but it isn't a luxury for many people.

I'm no stranger to criticism. You're never going to be good enough, or just the right thing in everybody's eyes.

I have six-year-old fans that weren't even around for 'Genie in a Bottle' or even 'Fighter.'

Independence was a big, big thing for me. I saw my voice as a way out - when my parents fought, I'd run up to my room, put on The Sound of Music, open the window and sing out. My voice was my escape.

I think that whatever size or shape body you have, it's important to embrace it and get down!

I don't think there is such a thing as being too raunchy when it comes to the art form of burlesque.