My role 14 years ago in Richard III - that was the first time I played a bad guy and learned a lot about it - they have all the fun!

My faith helps me understand that circumstances don't dictate my happiness, my inner peace.

The secret to a happy marriage? Do whatever your wife tells you. 'Yes, dear.' And breathe.

You never know how you're going to affect people.

I had the kid [on "Fences" ] who understudied me so I could stand back and think about shots so he had to learn the blocking and everything. I'd come in early sometimes, and they 'd be in there rehearsing and working on their stuff. I didn't want them to feel like, "Oh these are people who can't be touched." We're all working actors; we're all trying to get better.

Writing is a weapon and it’s more powerful than a fist could ever be.

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