Rosemary Zimu

"This feeling has never plagued me, and it never will,’ she says, ‘because I’m surrounded by industry veterans who have remained relevant throughout my lifetime. They’ve imparted to me the key to their relevance: kindness above all."

"I am also constantly learning and challenging myself, staying prepared and camera-ready for any opportunity. Additionally, I attribute my youthful appearance to God and my mom for the genes – they’ve blessed me with a childlike energy that starts from within and keeps me looking and feeling young"

"I’m so childlike; I don’t see myself as the age I am now. Even when I audition, they ask me to try out for both 25-year-old and 35-year-old roles, because I can play both. I see that as a blessing. I don’t have to worry about staying young to play younger roles, or feeling I need to play all the young roles before moving on to older ones. Whatever comes my way, I can do it."

"‘I’m actually very excited when I get to play someone’s mom. I love kids, and it’s a nice change from playing someone’s side chick or a young, unfocused character. I’ve only played a mother twice, but I really enjoyed it. So, it’s not just about the roles I take; it’s also about what I need and where I want to go in my career.’"

"I had my life planned out, advance my career, get married and then, at 35 or older, start thinking about children. When I found out I was pregnant, I was shocked. I immediately went down on my knees to pray, and an overwhelming sense of gratitude filled my heart."

"I’m having such a great time with this pregnancy, simply because I am taking it one step at a time and not allowing my fears to overshadow my future."

"Most of my childhood was spent with my grandparents, who were together for over 54 years. That kind of lifelong love is inspiring to me, and I’ve always wanted to be with someone for the long haul."

"It's the little things. When I wake up feeling too heavy to get up, he’ll massage my feet, help me up or make breakfast. He makes sure I’m not doing any strenuous activities. Those little things mean everything"