I had no fear 'cause it seemed everyone in the audience always applauded whatever I did. Course, maybe it was because I always seemed to know everyone in the audience.

I may be ignorant but I ain't stupid!

Most things in my life I had before leaving home. Values, support, great family. I was shaped at an early age. A musician playing guitar, I wanted to be a folk singer.

You know, your career is just your career; your life is your life!

You relate to a character and you find that character within yourself. It's all parts of me. I don't leave characters behind. I just let them go.

I didn't worry about leaving the fast lane - I was just so consumed with my baby that it seemed like the right thing to do. I never felt like I left New York, though. If you've lived in a place and loved it, you never feel like you left it.

You know, I don’t know what the future will bring, but I’m ready for whatever comes!