I was the first actress who branded her own line at a time when everyone just lent their name to a product. Everyone said I shouldnt do it, but it was probably the best thing Ive ever done.

Just because something is three months away and seems far off, doesn't mean you will want to be there when the time comes.

Chemotherapy isn't easy. I felt very fortunate I wouldn't have to go through that.

After having children, life becomes about living beyond yourself; about being bigger and better.

Family is always first. Even though my kids are older - my son is 25 and my daughter is 21 - I still like to sit down and have dinner with them as much as I can.

I wanted to be a ballet teacher.

Time whizzes by when you have children. They make you aware of the passing of time, but also help keep you young.