I grew up in New York where there is such a different variety of people. — Selenis Leyva Copy Share Image
My parents made it a point that, although I was born and raised in New York City, I needed to speak Spanish because they… — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
My routine definitely starts with brows. I do add a little bit of mascara - even to the gym. I have to! I love… — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
My friends say I make them laugh a lot, so I think that somewhere in me is a little comedic ability that comes out… — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
My family was always supportive when I decided that I wanted to pursue this thing called acting. — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
My favorite thing is just sitting in a makeup chair and letting makeup artists do their thing. — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
In my household, everything happens in the kitchen. My parents have this pretty big home, and it doesn't matter how big it is, we… — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
I went to Rikers one time to do 'Third Watch,' and I remember thinking, 'Wow, this is a scary place.' We were using a… — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
My grandmother was this amazing woman in the Dominican Republic who used to read tea leaves and palms. She would cure people in her… — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
I couldn't even imagine not being able to take long, hot showers or wear makeup whenever I wanted or shave my underarms. There are… — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
There are Latino people in our world who believe strongly that if you are Latino you should speak the language, you should eat the… — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
I believe in God. I got down on my knees and I said, 'I get it. If this isn't for me, then it isn't… — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
Honestly, six months before getting 'Orange Is the New Black,' I remember telling my manager I was done. — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
Even in times of great sadness, there are always moments where we crack up. — Selenis Leyva Copy Share
