It's hard to find really original, compelling works of fiction, for women especially. I find that these true life stories about these women that I'm so blessed to play are some of the most compelling stories, and the truth is stranger than fiction.
As a performer, I don't like to play the same thing over and over. I like to play it and let it go and move on. That's also why television hasn't really been something that I've done.
The idea of playing a character for even two years, to me feels claustrophobic - only because I want to play a lot of different people.
My job is about playing people. And I think once you lose touch with people, what do you play?
I like to play women who blaze trails.
My most annoying question is 'Hilary, are you ever going to play a pretty girl?'