“My family and I held no hatred for those people because we realized they were victims of their own ignorance.”

“I was labeled a troublemaker, my mom an unfit mother, and I was not welcome anywhere.”

“Listening to medical facts was not enough. People wanted one hundred percent guarantees.”

“Because of the lack of education on AIDS, discrimination, fear, panic, and lies surrounded me.”

“My family and I held no hatred for those people because we realized they were victims of their own ignorance.”

“I came face to face with death at thirteen years old.”

“We had great faith that with patience, understanding, and education, that my family and I could be helpful in changing their minds and attitudes around.”

“One time when somebody showed up in a wedding dress, but I never knew if it was a joke, or she was serious. She asked me to marry her. She was serious. It was pretty funny.”

“I'm an entertainer. If people are paying good money for tickets they deserve the best show they can see. I don't get into lighting stuff on fire, but I do believe in going the extra mile.”

“We never really grow up, we only learn how to act in public.”

“Christmas makes me happy no matter what time of year it comes around.”