Being abandoned by my mother gives me a sense of insecurity that I will never recover from. I have to try and recreate that balance by trying to create a sense of self-worth. And yes, being on stage is a part of that.

I live to succeed, not to please you or anyone else.

No girl should ever forget that she doesn't need anyone who doesn't need her.

Don't try to lessen yourself for the world; let the world catch up to you.

I don't like the way my teeth protrude. I'm going to have them done, but I just haven't had the time. Apart from that ... I'm perfect.

They gave me star treatment because I was making a lot of money. But I was just as good when I was poor.