I wanted to work on a cable show and with a writer/director because that's a much more fulfilling and freeing experience, as an actor.

I've been acting for many years, and the more you do, the more confidence you get about "this is my career and this is what I'm going to be doing."

Being a son of the pastor, I was never allowed to play Joseph or any of the big parts for political reasons.

Trying to find a human side to the character is a way to give them a chance to have people like them.

As an actor, I enjoy variety. That's a big thing for me.

The weird thing about drama school is that you train for three years for one thing and then more often than not, it's something that you haven't trained for that you end up doing.

We're characters not of this world, so our knowledge about stuff, that other character's don't have, is quite fun.

Being on the floor of a TV show is sometimes a quite frustrating experience.

The fact that you can say stuff to people that other people are only thinking is always fun. It's a great tool for comedic moments, as well.

When you're a drama student, I think the most you hope for is to make a living out of acting.

I've worked a lot in comedy. As much as I love playing dramatic roles, it's always nice to be able to have some humor around when working.

XXIV. And kneeling at the edge of the transparent sea I shall shape for myself a new heart from salt and mud

I'll be happy if running and I can grow old together.

It was always part of the plan to move into acting.

Your value depends on what you make of yourself. Make the most of yourself for that is all there is of you.

The president needs to be a force that is trusted in the world.

I think the actresses who are really successful are comfortable in their own skins and still look human.

What are the "ifs" and "buts" that limit my enjoyment of life?

If anyone says 'Let's have a girls' night out', I will run in the opposite direction.

At one point, I had 14 pairs of golf shoes.

I've done it with all my films. I always keep an eye on the first time I show it because... I don't know. Neurosis.