I think if I weren't so squeamish, I would have been some sort of forensic analyst. And I can't do anything with a microscope, because then I start t…

- Octavia Spencer

I'm attracted to things that make me want to be a better person.

- Octavia Spencer

You never write a speech in advance because if you don't get to use it, you'll be heartbroken.

- Octavia Spencer

I'll say that I don't think you can throw a stone and not come in contact with someone who knows someone or has problems with substance abuse.

- Octavia Spencer

One thing I've learned is be comfortable in your skin, and more importantly, be comfortable in your shoes.

- Octavia Spencer

I was starstruck and sweat a lot when I met Oprah Winfrey and tried to hug her. Because when you think you know people when you see them from your co…

- Octavia Spencer

The one thing that I realize - well, not the one thing, but it was a big thing - having in my head that I need to get healthier. It's been a very gra…

- Octavia Spencer

I didn't realize that diets don't work, and I did not want to diet. I didn't want to do anything that required dieting.

- Octavia Spencer

Christian Louboutin, I love you, but honey, please! But when you have this much weight, you've got to give us a little platform. Sorry! The shoes are…

- Octavia Spencer