I am not a philosopher.

Well, I come down in the morning and I take up a pencil and I try to THINK.

I am an atheist.

I think long-lasting, healthy relationships are more important than the idea of marriage. At the root of every successful marriage is a strong partnership.

The gain isn't counted to the recluse and inactive that, having nothing to measure themselves by and never being tested by failure, they simmer and soak perpetually in conscious complacency.

Writing and reading decrease our sense of isolation. They deepen and widen and expand our sense of life: they feed the soul.

I'd love to be in a period drama - that's my obsession. But being a mixed-race actress, there aren't so many roles you're right for.

Troublesome things tend to remain troublesome no matter how many times you do them.

My first thought in moments of darkness and doubt is, "Who can I call? Who can I share this with?" Connection and sharing saves me every time.

I allow myself to honor the man who fought in moments when he had no strength to impose himself, until he managed to impose himself. [Joseph] Ratzinger. Cardinal Ratzinger deserves applause.

I wanted to share my life story and honor my roots. I am very proud of my family and mother.

But really it was just, it was perfect. You know, I actually got that feeling like you know what, maybe this is why I'm alive, you know - maybe this is why I'm here on this on earth.

I can never fear that things will go far wrong where common sense has fair play.