I feel like some of the best talent is on TV right now, with the writing, acting and great directors.

I think the main reason a lot of child stars don't make it is that it's hard to see someone as cute and then all of a sudden see them as having more depth.

We can use the romantic relationship as a microcosmic example. Until you really understand the other person and where they're coming from and you understand yourself and how you contribute to things, you can never make that relationship better. And I think sometimes people don't understand how much these things are related.

You won't see me in a better mood than 4:00 in the morning on my way to work.

I certainly hope I'm not still answering child-star questions by the time I reach menopause.

Our society doesn't want to help girls like that [in Black Snake Moan]. They just want to use them.

I mean, I sing. But I don't think I'm a good enough singer to do any kind of musical.