I do like to think of myself as a star: because there's room for many stars up in the sky - and we all have the chance to shine bright.

I do like to think of myself as a star: because there's room for many stars up in the sky - and we all have the chance to shine bright.

Every single day, I wake up and take a glimpse of where I am now compared to where I was before, and the work that we have all put in to be in this space. I think of that, and being able to express myself through my art and show up and be present - that's activism, advocacy, and artistry in itself.

My mom is my biggest cheerleader.

'Paris Is Burning' was only just a glimpse into what was happening within the ballroom scene. The difference is that 'Pose' is opening the lens a little bit more, and it's diving into the personal lives of these women who fought for their kids - who raised their kids to be strong individuals so that they can move on and have a legacy, too.