I didn't grow up wanting to become an actor at all. I wanted to be a sports trainer and I was actually an aerobics instructor.

When people call me a sex icon, it's flattering but it never goes to my head because I never felt sexy as a teenager.

You never date someone's ex-boyfriend. Period. That's not even the unspoken rule - that's the spoken rule.

When people think of diversity, they think people of color, but it also means women, who are severely underrepresented as directors, writers and producers.

I do like British guys. If I had to pick one it would be Ewan McGregor. I met him once and he was gorgeous even if he is a little short. He has the most amazing charisma.

The main thing is to be philanthropic in your everyday life. You don't have to have money to do that. You can do it with your time and your energy.

My mother gave me one piece of advice that stuck with me. She said don't forget where you came from.