I think 'Soul Food' had the biggest impact on me because that's where I was really able to shine as an actress and because I also met my husband there, and that was a huge turning point in my personal life. So, that show will stick with me forever and ever and ever.

Not just as a black woman, but as a woman, since the beginning of time, beauty has been our responsibility.

Nobody really knows, but I got a little comedy in me.

Forty-years-old these days is the beginning of people's lives. I've found myself, I'm confident, I'm mature, I've been through some stuff, I'm ready to write my book.

Take all the hype out of the exercise and think of it as brushing your teeth.

You have to work hard not to take your partner for granted, even when you are tired.

I couldn't imitate anyone if I wanted to.