I find the mantle of, she works hard for the money, or, she's overcome so many obstacles a bit overused.

I'm not broke. Like everybody else, I owe money.

It was my father who instilled the “never say no” attitude I carry around with me today, and who instilled in me a sense of wonder, always taking us on adventures in the car, never telling us the destination.

When you're up for an award at the Oscars, try as you might, it's hard to concentrate on the show.

I'm different, and my manner invites questions. I'm never afraid to answer.

Differences are scarier now. The dollar isn't so guaranteed if you don't follow what they see as the norm. But I don't moan about it. I just keep working.

All I can say is I've been reading the lips of bleeped-out words, angry baseball players, and stoned-out rock stars on awards shows for years and it's been hilarious. Everyone is always asking me what the bleeped-out parts are saying.