91 Quotes by Jurnee Smollett-Bell

I like sitting down and watching games.

With film, there's a consistency to it, but what I like about the TV shows that I've been fortunate to do, like 'Friday Night Lights' and 'True Blood,' is that it feels like you're doing a film.

I love music, and I love drumlines. I like school bands a lot. There's nothing wrong with cheerleading, but I'd rather be a band geek. It's a little more interesting.

I don't really think about the critics or the commercial success.

As women, I think we give so much of ourselves.

Everyone has a past, but I try not to let that affect the way I see them; I want to get to know who they are today.

I'm very opinionated and passionate when it comes to my characters.

I think, as human beings, we try to hide our flaws and try to present this perfect person, this person we wish we were, to our spouse when that causes so many troubles.

Never let anyone silence your voice.