What's so fascinating about people is what they don't show. People are masters at it; usually actors show too much.

I had a great time on The Shield. From working on it I have a totally different view of law enforcement.

I don't think the tabloids find me very interesting.

Just play the moment, that's the fun of it. You just play the moment. It's great writing and very clever writing, I think it's witty. And I have those great clothes. You have a great, witty, intelligent script and you look like a million dollars, because we have a great costumer, and it's a pretty good place to begin.

I've found myself getting more and more cynical about what's happening to the planet - it makes me furious.

When you're playing a man, you can look tired and horrible and you still look okay. As a woman, if you're tired, it's terrible. It was such a luxury not having to worry about that.

Be aware of your inner voice and follow it, even though most of the time it will tell you the most uncomfortable path to choose.