I have a phone obsession. It's really hard on set sometimes because I'll be checking Instagram, and then I have to remember, 'Oh, crap, I have to shoot a scene or rehearse.' Every now and then, I have to turn it off and live my life.
My grown man crush is Morris Chestnut. He's just timeless!
A good hair day is when my curls are popping. Sometimes my curls and waves, they like to go a little wild sometimes. They have a mind of their own. But some days, they just fall right into place.
I haven't always been confident enough to rock different styles because I used to be really shy.
Top knots are the easiest thing to create.
It's hard as a young person of a different ethnicity or background to look at the TV and not see anyone who looks like you. Representation is very important.
I shampoo every other day and only do the roots. I can't shampoo all the way down to the end, because it will dry my hair out. I use a mask multiple times a week to restore moisture.
A feminist is a person who believes in the power of women just as much as they believe in the power of anyone else. It's equality, it's fairness, and I think it's a great thing to be a part of.
My mom actually taught fifth grade, so... I'm good with fifth graders. That's, like, my specialty.
You'd be surprised how self-conscious a lot of women are. That's something I've witnessed firsthand.
Find something that makes you happy and go for it.
X Out has helped me keep up my confidence, and I know it can help anyone who would rather have fun than worry about blemishes. If you want clear, seriously good-looking skin, X Out is for you.
I wore a mullet to the Grammys! I have no fear.
The greatest of the greats wouldn't be the greatest of the greats if they didn't try stuff, you know what I mean?
I remember 'Hannah Montana' came out, and I was so depressed, I started crying because I was like, 'I want to do that.'
Janelle Monae, she has her own style, and it's specifically hers.
'Shake It Up' definitely teaches kids about the importance of reaching for your dreams and setting high goals. It also teaches great lessons about friendship and family.
Why trip off some random person in Idaho that doesn't feel my vibe? Like, no thank you. Stay in your life; I'll stay in mine.
If I'm going to portray one of my idols and someone I feel... so strongly about, it has to be done right, and it has to be done 120 percent.
I think the way we react to things is a big indicator of our character and what type of person we are.
