Amber Benson

“For me, fantasy has always been a way to process the world.”

“Tara was the most powerful person in that group. She just didn't know it.”

“I think the Buffy/Tara relationship was so beautiful because it was just about two people who fell in love.”

“We were a family, that cast. We really were.”

“Life is a series of embarrassing moments which leave you feeling alone in your confusion and shame.”

“It was an honor to be a part of a show that meant so much to so many people.”

“I love collaborating with people. I love working with other people.”

“Independent film is where you can be creative. It's where you can do what you want to do.”

“Writing is a way to explore the things that scare you.”

“The internet has been a great way to connect with fans.”

“I'm a writer first and an actress second.”

“I'm a big geek, and I'm a big nerd.”

“I've always been a writer. I've been writing since I was a little kid.”

“I think it's important to be able to laugh at yourself.”

“I think that there are a lot of really beautiful, interesting, smart, creative people in the world, and I think that it's more important to find someone that you can connect with and love, and it doesn't matter what gender they are.”

“You have to be willing to be bad at it to get good at it.”

“I'm not a big fan of labels. I just am who I am.”