Part of being an artist is that you are always concerned you don't have what it takes. It keeps us honest.
Lupita Nyong'oWhen I was younger, I was almost too afraid to admit that I wanted to be an actor. I didn't know any successful actors in Kenya, so I felt like I could get away with going to college to study film more easily than I could with saying, 'I want to be an actor.' That's what I did.
Lupita Nyong'oI have always loved children. I've been fantasizing about motherhood since I was probably 2 ½. I loved to babysit my cousins, and nieces, you know.
Lupita Nyong'oI love color. I'm enjoying trying all different shades. Makeup isn't something I've worn a lot of in my life.
Lupita Nyong'o