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MADE: You’ve been making waves for quite some
time now and it seems that authenticity has been a
gift that continues to shine bright through the big
screen. What do you like most about playing your
role as “Cotton” on Fox’s “Star”?
Amiyah Scott: What I like most is being able to
represent a community of people who rarely have a
positive light shown on them. Many people know
what the LGBTQ community is going through and
all we are currently fighting for. It’s truly sad that we
have to go through so much for respect and rights.
However, that’s what makes my
character so important and that’s
what makes it so special for me
to play, “Cotton”. It’s a story and a
group of people that deserve to be
represented.
Amiyah Scott: I sleep, I make sure that I get
more than enough hours of sleep. It’s funny
because I remember when I was younger and
how much I hated to take naps and now I long
for them. My mom always said, “If you’re rested
it shows.”
MADE: As a transgender actress, how have you
been able to empower others and knock down
barriers through your voice on and off screen?
Amiyah Scott: I think it’s just being able to por-
MADE: You are a true creative!
From starting out in the ballroom
dance scene to acting and beyond,
what’s your secret sauce to doing
what you love while also being true
to yourself?
Amiyah Scott: I would say, God
first. You always have to put him first
so He would ultimately be my secret
sauce. Alongside that, I’d honestly
have to say a great support system,
I come from a great family (that
really matters), in addition to, having
great friends and people around
me. When you live a positive life,
positive things happen so that’s
also one of my secrets. I just try to
keep everything pleasant and happy
which keep me with positive vibes.
MADE: TI’m sure you’re always
on the go. What do you do for self
care?
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