I got into plays in high school then I ended up going to college for it.

I have so much empathy for these young actors that are 19 and all of a sudden they're beautiful and famous and rich. I'm like, 'Oh my God, I'd be dead.'

My mum's name is Marilyn O'Connor. She's here tonight and I would like if you see her for you to congratulate her because she brought up four kids alone and she deserves congratulations for that.

I had a father who was a traveling salesman.

Something that could bring you wealth and fame could also be your end, your undoing.

I had insecurities and fears like everybody does, and I got over it. But I was interested in the parts of me that struggled with those things.

I would never not work on the part without it playing. That's what being an actor is. You use everything that's influenced you to help you get out of yourself or be more creative.