Ms. Namita Nayyar:
You have been associated with and being the first Hispanic Ambassador for the Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research (your brother being a 2x cancer survivor). This association has been dear to your heart, tell us how you have been able to achieve and quench your thirst of giving back to the society through this endeavor of your?
Ms. Selenis Leyva:
My family went through very difficult years with my brother’s battle with cancer. We are so lucky to have him with us today. So many people are dealing with this disease and I want to make sure the rate of success stories continues to rise. Gabrielle’s Angel is doing so much towards funding for cancer research that it just made sense to join them in this crusade.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
You are a leading television star, film actress, stage artist and human rights activist. How you manage such a remarkable multi-dimensional lifestyle?
Ms. Selenis Leyva:
I don’t think much about all the things I am doing! haha that would overwhelm me. I just do it! I firmly believe that when you are passionate about things, you work out of love and respect and patience. With all these things in place it never feels like work. I also make time for myself. It’s important to shut things down and regroup.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
ALMA Awards are given who accomplish and achieve equity for Latino talent among all art forms. You have won the 2014 ALMA Award, a Special Achievement Award for breaking barriers in the arts. What responsibility these awards bestow upon you in your future efforts and activities in the field of acting?
Ms. Selenis Leyva:
I don’t over think any responsibilities that may be expected. I continue to do my work with as much truth as possible. I love what I do, I am always learning and evolving. Recognition is wonderful and I appreciate it but it’s not why I started acting. I am very proud to know that I am representing Latinos in Hollywood. It’s a really exciting time in the industry.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
You are an advocate for LGBT rights and works closely with LGBT Human Rights Organizations and Anti- Bullying Campaigns. Tell us more about this effort of yours?
Ms. Selenis Leyva:
I believe in using your voice to speak against injustice. I have this wonderful platform now and I use it to bring forth issues important to me. I have always supported the LGBT community.
My dearest friends are gay and I have a transgender sister. I have always been very aware of the difficulties the LGBT community face. Aside from these reasons, I believe in basic human rights. I have a preteen daughter and I am well aware of the issues concerning bullying today. Social media has added to this and we all need to be aware of what we say and how that effects people.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
What you wish to say about the website Women Fitness and message for its visitors?
Ms. Selenis Leyva:
Make sure you log on and support! Read the great articles and interviews. Healthy Living is the New Black!!!
To know more about Selenis Leyva, check her social network at:
- Twitter: @selenis_leyva
- Instagram: @selenisleyvaofficial
Women Fitness Team thanks Selenis Leyva for giving her valuable time for this interview and quenching the thirst of her fans to know more about her and made this interview happen.
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