It's like prom night for Hollywood. I'm really proud of myself for being here.

When it's time to film and to actually take on the role of Precious, I felt an immense responsibility to do it justice.

My beauty is dark chocolate and it's delicious and it's sweet.

Acting is acting, and who you are will still remain to be who you are. You know, that part won't change it. It will change your wallet, you know? It'll change your life. It will open opportunities for you, but it's not going to change your character.

I love the way I look. I'm fine with it. And if my body changes, I'll be fine with that.

I used to watch 'Coming to America' every day after school. I have full-on long-running inside jokes with friends and family about different scenes in that movie alone. Also, my brother and I loved 'The Golden Child,' so, yeah: I was a huge fan of Eddie Murphy growing up.

Representation is very important to everyone, but especially to girls like me, and people like me, whether it be because of my body, because of my race, because of my skin color, because of my awkwardness or where I come from.