I get to represent a lot of different types of women because of my ability to transform into these different people.

My wearing my hair in locs on an Oscar red carpet was to showcase them in a positive light, to remind people of color that our hair is good enough.

Shake It Up definitely teaches kids about the importance of reaching for your dreams and setting high goals. It also teaches great lessons about friendship and family.

I'm going forward, so my clothing line is kind of the physicalization of that. The idea of diversity, of uniqueness, of individuality - that's what this is all about.

Don't try so hard to fit in, and certainly don't try so hard to be different just try hard to be you.

Money does not make you look expensive, it’s taste.

I just wanted it to be me.