There's a place in me that can really relate to being the underdog.

Beauty is not just physical.

Self-esteem comes from who you have in your life. How you were raised. What you struggled with as a child.

Just to be true to myself, which is why I did this movie. I figured everyone was going to freak out and say, 'Why would you do that after Dorothy Dandridge?' My answer is 'Because I can.' And that feels really good to be comfortable saying that.

I always had to prove myself through my actions. Be a cheerleader. Be class president. Be the editor of the newspaper.

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.

I'd like to be able to use Storm's powers for good, like have it rain more in Southern California. We could do with it.