The only reason I'm acting in films I direct is to get the money to make them, quite frankly, it's not what I'm interested in doing.

The chances you take… the people you meet… the people you love...the faith that you have - that’s what’s going to define your life.

I made a commitment to completely cut out drinking and anything that might hamper me from getting my mind and body together. And the floodgates of goodness have opened upon me - spiritually and financially.

[Rose from "Fences"] couldn't just jump out there. Not just because of economic reasons but because how she was looked at in society at the time. There were a lot of factors that made you stay I guess.

Don't aspire to make a living, aspire to make a difference.

Every day, sincerely and without phoniness, Lou demonstrated by his actions how very vital it is - more than anything else - to understand and appreciate the people who work with you...Do your job well, but always remember that the people you work with are your most valuable asset. Embrace them. Honor them. Respect them" (206) - "Prescriptions for Success" by John Schuerholz

I actually don't hang out with any celebrities. My closest friends are old friends. And my real close friends, none of them are actors.