If you don't have kids and animals, you don't truly know what life is about.

I think most of us are raised with preconceived notions of the choices we're supposed to make. We waste so much time making decisions based on someone else's idea of our happiness - what will make you a good citizen or a good wife or daughter or actress. Nobody says, 'Just be happy - go be a cobbler or go live with goats.'

I like lists, I'm controlling, I like order. I'm difficult on every level.

A sequel is such a daunting thing, because you don't want to lose the magic and the charm of the first one.

You grow up and share life experiences. That's one of the best parts of this business. You share how you're mellowing out and your new sense of self.

My parents were opera singers and voice teachers, so growing up, I admired musicians and dancers.

I've never been a blind romantic.