I always did sing. It's always been something I love to do but it has also been the most private and most secret thing that you don't really want to let the world in on.

My mother is Greek and my father is Bulgarian. I am a first-generation American and native Los Angeleno. I was born and raised in Hollywood.

I would go to school and be American and then come home and be Greek.

I'm not trying to prove anything.

Awareness is empowering.

Be fearless in trying new things, whether they are physical, mental, or emotional, since being afraid can challenge you to go to the next level.

I do think you have to scare yourself. That's where your creativity or your growth comes from. Scaring yourself, challenging yourself, taking those risks, and not caring about what anyone thinks.