I think people were expecting me to be that kind of glamorous sexpot. So they were always, Wow you're not what I expected.

When I was in my early 20s, I had my hair permed. Bad Idea! It turned into total frizz. My advice to women is: if you have nice hair already, don't get a perm, leave your hair alone.

They say that the average lifespan of an SVU detective is 4 years. People can't do it longer than that because it's so difficult.

I'm a water person; water heals.

Having a child changes everything. All of a sudden you have so much to lose, so much to live for.

Your body is not who you are. I don't think women should label themselves based on the way they look. What about defining yourself by a different kind of measurement? What about your heart, your soul, your compassion, your generosity, your strength and your power? There are so many other things to focus on besides your waistline.

If I eat clean, I look 10 years younger.