I'm so tired of hearing casting directors ask if I have a sore throat. The people who have told me that my voice is distinctive, it's unusual...those people have always been close to my heart.

It is important to remind young people that peace is the only victory.

I think it's important for people to be aware of the impact that climate change is having on this huge community of people.

When I'm not working or promoting something, I try to be as under-the-radar as I can .

I've always loved Louisiana and particularly New Orleans, and I think a lot of people when they travel there, think they're home there - there are just so many spirits, it's so rich in culture. It's steeped in a true spirit of individuality that makes this country. It's the oldest part of our story, in a way. And being in that climate, it was really conducive to letting our imaginations soar. I found it to be the true inspiration.

I went through this realization that acting, at its heart, is the ability to manipulate your own emotions.

I am very independent. I can look after myself but I still need a lot of love and care.