This show [Jessica Jones] was exploring the aftermath, and that is unique. You're sitting there going, "I know what happens. This is the aftermath." ….

When something tragic happens in the world and I realize that, for the most part, I am powerless to stop it..

Never say "never" about anything, because if you do, life has a way of humbling you..

I guess it's a bit cliché, but as an actor, I really admire good writing. There are a lot of great ideas out there, but it's the execution that reall….

When I find material that gives me a natural yet unique character point of view and has well - developed characters throughout the script, it makes t….

Things don't happen that fast in real life..

Love, for me, is always wanting the best for the other person even if it's not what's best for you..

I don't practice yoga, but it's on my list of things to try again. I gave it a shot, but the class was too advanced for me, and I felt overwhelmed an….

Luke Cage is using his open hand instead of a closed fist. It's a little disrespectful but it's very effective. Some people call it a pimp slap, we c….

Never take anything at face value. Dare to question and seek the truth..

I'm embarrassed to say that I don't have a lot of hobbies. It's not because I don't have interests, it's just that I don't have the time..

History repeats itself over and over again, but most of us have short memories..

In real life, people end up doing things because it's convenient and it works for them. You don't get up every day regretting what you're doing..

Sometimes you meet someone at an inopportune moment and it doesn't work out, but then you see them again five years later and you're in different pla….

I respond to women who have their stuff together, who are in charge, who don't need men to do things for them. I want a woman to have her own thing..

I've learned over the years, when someone is complaining or wants to vent and has something they want to tell you, they don't necessarily want you to….

Tequila is my drink. It is my favorite alcohol, my favorite liquor because, you know, it's a stimulant and not a depressant. If I go to a party and e….

I've never really been into doing a lot of social media, but it's a great way for people to talk amongst themselves on a large platform and to have a….

I rarely feel like I'm in chaos, but when I am, I usually [retreat] and try to find the eye of the storm; if I'm still and listen and don't engage, m….

A lot of times in life, women want to talk, but men don't want to listen, and if they do want to listen, they turn it back to themselves..

I've always wanted to be on a show that's well respected and had critical acclaim and that people like to watch, and at the same time find something ….