Once you're a mother, you're always a mom. So it doesn't matter if your child comes out green, purple, bisexual or whatever. That's who they are and you love them regardless. You guide them as best as you can. We must always proceed with love first and foremost.

There are some universal elements when it comes to motherhood - especially for Black moms. Black women are selfless. Many women think of their children before they think about themselves.

While there's plenty to be said for drive and talent, it was my parents' support that started me on the path that led me here today.

Actors, producers and directors have a responsibility. My personal pledge, since I became a mother 12 years ago, is that I won't be in any project my daughter can't watch. I'm trying to prepare her for the world.

I like seeing things that you don't normally see. Black people are so diverse, we do so many things, we have given so much to this world - and we are constantly giving.

I didn't plan on being a single mom, but you have to deal with the cards you are dealt the best way you can.

An innocent little human being was solely dependent on me! I took all the CPR and breastfeeding classes and learned quite a bit.