Coming up through the theater in America, while I have had success, I have had success in certain types of roles.

I'm not a Method actress. I work in the present, the day-to-day.

I really studied her singing, trying to see what it was about her that made her such a natural, incredible singer. Because sometimes as a singer, you really have to work to reach a certain note. And for Donna Summer, it seemed effortless.

We all have to believe in something in order to exist successfully in this world and to enjoy our time here, which is short. I know that.

Without faith, life is futile.

I'm not religious, but I'm spiritual.

As an actor, you go in your own personal life and pull from your personal life, so that's what I do.

I have loved fiercely in my life - a few times.

Naturally you want to be the best mom you can, but then also you want to be the best performer you can.

The theater community will always remain a big part of my life, and I hope to re-join the cast of 'The Color Purple' at some point down the road.