Quotes from Eve Torres

I was a huge Jackie Chan fan growing up.

I joined the 'Celebri-tee campaign' and customized what is negatively known as a 'wife beater' to raise awareness about domestic abuse and the ways in which abusive language can be hurtful.

If a predator tries to get a hold of you, yell, kick, and punch. Do all of the typical self-defense measures you've heard of - eye-gouging, knee to the crotch. Anything you can do to cause a scene.

When I was young, I loved gymnastics, but I discovered when I was 15 that I wanted a teenage life.

It's easy to say standup for yourself. The problem is if you don't feel like you're physically capable of handling the repercussions of that, especially at a young age, it's hard to do that.

From a very young age I was someone who stood up for others and myself.

WWE is a huge supporter of our troops. Part of my love and admiration for our men and women in the military has come from the tours we have done.

You can be feminine and wear heels, dresses, and makeup, and still be a powerful woman - physically, mentally, emotionally.

I'm just sending a message to women that you can be anything you want to be.

Turning heel was so much fun for me. I was so over being a babyface.

I know I'm kind of a wuss when it comes to spicy foods.

I always keep a good manicure because these are acrylics. They're the safest because your real nails are actually sharper than acrylics.

I can't tell you the number of times I have been underestimated, objectified or deprived of fair credit for my accomplishments based on my gender or ethnicity.

Kids have to understand that they have control. Not their parents, not the principal, not the president of the U.S. It starts with them and it ends with them. To end this epidemic of bullying they have to standup for one another.

It's a great feeling to know that, through my hard work, I am adding to a long list of accomplishments for Latinas in the United States.

I've been really impressed with 'Supergirl.' It's a great show because it's appeals to DC Comics fans, staying true to the characters in spirit and costumes, and it also appeals to casual fans who enjoy good action, fun storylines and interesting characters.

We're a great part of the show... we're a novelty on the show. I think having one Divas match a night really makes it special, and I'm proud to be a part of it and hope to take it to the next level.

I embrace my Latina background because I know that by doing so we will continue to break down stereotypes that may exist of Latina women.

'Stars Earn Stripes' was one of the best experiences of my life.

The moonsault - I climb to the top rope and back flip onto my opponent. It's very effective but can be risky if my opponent moves out of the way.

When I was in 4th grade, my mom was diagnosed with oral cancer. It was not looking good, it was serious when they found it. Obviously, I didn't know much about what was going on. I remember feeling a lot of guilt about it, feeling like I somehow contributed to it. I think that's just something that kids often do.