Even after I got some recognition and success, I still had to work hard and prove myself.

I was unaware of the dispute in Brooklyn. I would never knowingly wear any clothes or support any company who produced clothing with alleged wage and labor violations.

It doesn't matter if you are a musician, a business leader, a president or a student. We all have a responsibility to give back.

I'm lucky to have family around me. Otherwise, I'll be taking the risk of falling in love with myself.

I thank God that I'm a product of my parents, that they infected me with their intelligence and energy for life, with their thirst for knowledge and their love. I'm grateful that I know where I come from.

The goal of my philanthropic work has always been to make sure that every child has a chance to live up to his or her potential. That means our work won't be done until every child has access to quality education from early childhood to adulthood.

As women, we need to embrace our bodies and be confident with who we are.