Being an actor, you are recognized for being somebody else, whereas these books are distilled from me.

The truth is James Cameron can do every other job. I'm talking about every single department, from art direction to props to wardrobe to cameras, he knows more than everyone doing the job. But he can't act. And therefore he is in thrall of actors.

I feel very positive where I never did before, and I think that's all a direct result of getting sober.

I'm not a prophet. I'm not a teacher. I have no degrees. My degree is from the University of Life.

I've been in showbusiness all my life, but as an actress I have never been overly driven.

I work with The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University. I sit proudly as one of only two recovering addicts on their board.

The media nowadays has given the message to adults. Don't try new things, don't look foolish because we will catch you and then broadcast it to the world. I think children don't have that.