In the Mexican culture, we never miss a baptism, a birthday, a baby shower, a wedding shower, a wedding. You must show up. Otherwise, you'll be in big trouble.

I'm a tomboy. I love shooting guns and running around.

In my family, there was one cardinal priority - education. College was not an option; it was mandatory. So even though we didn’t have a lot of money, we made it work. I signed up for financial aid, Pell Grants, work study, anything I could.

I'm a fabulous date, I make sure I look good, I like hearing what a guy has to say and I make sure the evening is a real laugh. I like to laugh.

We know what we need to do. Let's re-elect President Obama!

I'm a terrific Mexican cook, and I just love Mexican food. And I love cooking Mexican food.

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.