A few years ago you couldn't go from TV to film. It was like a 'no no' but I believe when you find a plan and purpose that God has for your life, there's not anything man can do to you. Especially when your faith is not really standing in the wisdom of man, you're really standing in the wisdom of God.
Derek LukeHe's looking for the president's kidnapped daughter; everybody he calls on to help him is busy, but lo and behold, you look across the room, and I'm waiting for that action.
Derek LukeI went to Jersey City State College to please a family member. I wasn't prepared for school. To say I failed out is putting it nicely.
Derek LukeSometimes my faith becomes more sensitive to how people feel, as opposed to what needs to be.
Derek LukeDenzel Washington is a person I will always emulate. I emulate him because he focuses on real life. Because of that he has made me a better person.
Derek LukeI was watching TV at age 9 or 10, and my mom said that I came from the front room and I told her that I want to act. And she said if you want to do this at 18, then you can. It was a very simple story, yet, I do not even remember the conversation that I had with my mother. Until she reminded me of the story many years later.
Derek Luke