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I've never wanted to look like models on the cover of magazines. I represent the majority of women and I'm very proud of that.

I have been so lucky to have the support of 'InStyle' magazine. My first big women's fashion story was for them.

Marilyn Monroe was supposedly a size 16, which is probably why I love her style; it suits me better.

Very few women get asked to be in the swimsuit issue, and I'm really proud to be one of so many beautiful and empowering women.

I am no size zero or super-thin Hollywood actress. I am built for men who like women to look like women.

We're getting to this amazing place where the average size in America is a 14-16, and we're starting to see that represented in the fashion industry, and it's becoming more accepted.

The focus on my appearance has really surprised me. I've always been a size 14 to 16, I don't care about clothes, I'd rather spend my money on cigarettes and booze.

To me, I always felt like I was carrying a torch for women of any size to be themselves - it doesn't matter whether you're a size 2 or a 22, just be who you are.

Mostly I'm proud to be an African-American woman, but I'm glad I have a universal look as well.