62 Quotes by Rutina Wesley

For me, I have this tough exterior and these Angela Bassett arms, and people think, 'Oh, my God, Rutina's tough.'

Hollywood can jack you up and then help you fall, but it can also raise you up.

I always tell other young actors to go to school, or at least watch movies to learn as much as you can.

Music is definitely influential on how I approach my scenes.

Musicals are my favorite. I'm a musical theater buff.

My grandmother is very liberal, but... she still has her opinions.

I grew up with a wide range of music.

I did my first Broadway play, 'The Vertical Hour,' in 2006, with Julianne Moore, who's always been one of my favorite actresses. My scene was with her, so it was nerve-racking.

I worked as a singing, dancing busgirl in high school.