"I want to be evil! I did play Lady Macbeth on stage to Alec Baldwin's Macbeth back in New York in 19..." — Angela Bassett

I am content that the work that I've done is wonderful.

My mom was always pretty supportive. She saw me do plays and she'd always act out the parts I did. My aunt, who played a big part in my life, was a little bit more reserved, because if they don't see you on TV every week they think you must be starving.

The first time I acted was in high school in Florida, and when I heard that applause I felt so alive and felt that electricity go up my spine.

I guess I'm breaking out a little of what's comfortable and easy.