Forgiveness is giving up the hope of what happened to you from being different.

My father who was there in the house, he wasn't at all a role model. And my mother, who was trying to protect me from him as best she could, she took me everywhere with her, which gave me a tremendous amount of sensitivity to the things women go through.

A mother’s love is stronger than distance, more powerful than time and can transcend the grave.

I've always wanted to work with Blair, and finally the timing was right. I have a tremendous amount of respect for him. I think he's a hugely underrated actor in Hollywood.

Music is always around, and it helps to heighten any emotion.

Developing a good work ethic is a key [to success]. Apply yourself at whatever you do, whether you're a janitor or taking your first summer job, because that work ethic will be reflected in everything you do in life.

All my life I've tried to hide my height. I was taller than everybody else and stood out, so I would slouch and try to hide it.