2007 Began On A High For Me

I'm Learning To Accept The Lack Of Privacy As The Real Downer In My Profession.

When A Young Woman Tells Me That She Wants To Become And Actor, I Say, 'no, Be A Writer. Or Go To Business School And Learn How To Run A Studio.' The Only Real Change Will Come From Behind The Scenes.

I've Pretty Much Learned I Can Let That [being Black] Hinder Me If I Want To ... Or I Can Fight For Different Kinds Of Roles.

There Have Been So Many People Who Have Said To Me, 'you Can't Do That,' But I've Had An Innate Belief That They Were Wrong. Be Unwavering And Relentless In Your Approach.

I've Always Thought That When Anyone Receives An Award For Acting They Should Always Thank Their Fellow Actors, Because The Only Way You're Going To Deliver Your Best Performance Is When You Have Other Good Actors On The Set Supporting You And Being Very Present For You Even When The Camera Is Not On Them.