Our church has been legal since late 1960s. I've been involved since 1972. I was ordained in 1975.

So I have this ability, if I may say so, to spot talent.

I think I'm more European in personality.

I made a conscious decision back then that I would rather be the best actress who ever lived than the most famous one.

My point is that, over the years, I've taught five thousand people acting and lately I have a lot of energy on these kids, having the same break I had as a high school girl.

A lot of my joy this year has been to give away awards to young people, no matter of race, creed or color, because they were a terrific violinist or a terrific dancer.

With my ministry of light, part of what I do is work on the California Alliance For Arts Education.