I believe that you can experience very profound moments of change in life...I never would have become an actress if I hadn't dropped out of high school. As a teenager, I was so driven to pursue my dreams that I made a decision to quit school at 17 so I could find my voice as an actress and eventually the profession embraced me.

During really difficult times in my life when I start questioning why I am struggling with something, I often turn to books to understand myself better.

It gave me strength and toughness because I had to face reality, no matter how uncomfortable or painful it was.

I love a character that gives me a chance to grow and do something different.

I wish all men were like dogs.

I have to live for me. I have to do what I need to do for me, and I have stopped concerning myself with what people say.

I've always thought that when anyone receives an award for acting they should always thank their fellow actors, because the only way you're going to deliver your best performance is when you have other good actors on the set supporting you and being very present for you even when the camera is not on them.