Living here in North America - I have been Americanized. When I go back home now, there are things that I have far less tolerance for in South Africa. We've come such a long way in terms of race relations and the economy as well as people's willingness to move on. There are still a lot of things that are frustrating about being in South Africa.

Candice is the original spelling of my name. I changed it to Kandyse when I was really young and first starting out in the business as kind of a joke. I didnt realize it would stick! I did consider changing it, but then it seemed too confusing, so then I asked them to change it back. Not too soon, however!

Ive always loved the power of stories to transport me to another world, to imagine extraordinary possibilities, to experience things I may not have access to in my regular life - like being a superhero! Also, I would always put on shows for my family and the neighbors; I guess I was an actor before I even knew it.

I read that when cats are cuddling and kneading you, and you think it's cute, they're really just checking your vitals for weak spots.

I'm always preparing for a regular life.

I could never have dreamed the life I lead. Given where I started, it's remarkable to me the constant adventure that my life has become.

Anything is possible - even the most far-fetched idea can come to being through a series of seemingly small decisions and actions.