Mekhi Phifer

I grew up in a rough environment. You want to be strong and have your presence felt out there. That attitude reflects how people see you.

I've gotten to travel all over the world and meet all kinds of people and do all kinds of great things, so it's, like, surreal. It just lets you know how time flies, especially when you're having fun. It seems like time keeps going by faster as I get older.

It's nice to always have been able to remain consistent. I'm very thankful for that and to work on shows that I can be proud of, and films.

I grew up in a rough environment. You want to be strong and have your presence felt out there. That attitude reflects how people see you.