We as women have a voice and we are decision makers in what film to see. We always support our boyfriends and husbands by going to see the male dominated films, but we don't compel them to see films with… — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
There are enough negative images of Black women out there and I did not want to portray Dorothy Vaughn in any stereotype. I wanted… — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
Our challenges make us unique, and how we deal with them makes us unique. — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
Because we all come from different circumstances, our life experiences really color how we view things. — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
Every character I get to play has some element of who I am, but there's no fun in playing yourself. At least, for me,… — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
Meeting Oprah Winfrey, I cried like a baby. Meeting Steven Spielberg, I cried like a baby. Meeting Denzel Washington, I gushed like a crazy… — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
I can only be the best version of myself and understand that the only way that we as a people can heal is to… — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
The first time I saw E.T., the actual image of an alien, and he was so sweet-looking. I wanted him. I wanted E.T. — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
There is one thing about knowing history, and another in recreating it. — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
I'm an actor and I am looking for roles where I can continue to evolve, and things that are challenging. I gravitate to the… — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
I look for roles that resonate with me these days. While I love putting out just fabulous entertainment, I think now as artists, especially… — Octavia Spencer Copy Share Image
