I got followed by the paparazzi because they thought I was Shannyn Sossamon.

I love the dancing and the music from Latin cultures. I went to a Flamenco show in Spain once, and it completely took my breath away!

Going to Africa was being able to take my volunteering and my passion for hospice one step further.

I just think people are so used to seeing me on shows like Vampire Diaries and Pretty Little Liars, which are more geared toward teens. But in reality, I could have a 12-year-old kid.

I got followed by the paparazzi because they thought I was Shannyn Sossamon.

I have realized sometimes I do better working under a crazy schedule. It gives me less time to overthink things and forces me to be present.

Obviously I ask my family and loved ones for advice here and there, but I kind of have a rule with the people I love that surround me - close family and close friends - that unless I ask for it, I don't really want advice thrown out.