Michael Ealy

If you look at a lot of people's careers, the first couple of movies, usually, are the most embarrassing.

My mom and father are extremely proud. They love it when I don't die. I've done so many movies where I've died that their first question when I book a job is, 'So, are you going to die in this?'

If I feel like it's a well-written script and if it speaks to me, it's something I want to do. I usually rely on my instincts when it comes to a script.

I didn't want to be famous. I just wanted to earn enough money to have a nice life and enjoy acting.

I think for any actor, for the roles they deeply, truly want? They always have to audition for them.

I studied international relations and economics at the University of Virginia. I paid my way by working as a bartender in the summer and at three part-time jobs during the year.