“Being considered a fashion star is wonderful. It's definitely a bonus thing.” — Lupita Nyong'o

I have the opportunity to learn about the fashion world, and I appreciate it as an art form... But I never want it to take over my acting.

The first time I cut all my hair off was when I was 19. I just got fed up going to the salon every week. I'd had enough! On a whim, it was off. It's low-maintenance.

Growing up, I had really bad skin. I had a skin disorder. Yes, I did. And my mother went to great lengths to try to find something to remedy it. I remember she took a trip to Madagascar and came back with all these alternative, medicinal herbs and stuff. They didn't smell so good, but I think they worked some magic.

I feel privileged that people are looking up to me, and perhaps a dream will be born because of my presence.