5 Things We Learned from Katherine Heigl's Facebook Q&A
Actress took questions about her new show "State of Affairs" and more.
Jan. 6, 2015— -- From how she starts her day to which is harder -- being a mom or playing a CIA agent -- Katherine Heigl answered questions from fans during a live Q&A on Facebook Monday.
Heigl, 36, plays CIA analyst Charleston Tucker on the new series "State of Affairs," where her job is to keep the president, played by Alfre Woodard, apprised of security threats to the nation. But apparently that's nothing compared to being a mom to her two daughters.
Here's what Heigl had to say about motherhood and more:
Which is harder: being a CIA agent or a mom?
"Mom at home!! Playing a character on TV or in film can be demanding and stressful, but nothing matters more to me than being a good mom, so the pressure of that role far outweighs everything else I do!!"
Do you wake up all bright and shiny or more dark and twisted?
"Hmmm ... probably more hazy and out of it! My daughters know that I’m good for nothing until I’ve had my first cup of Yerba Mate!" And forget about Starbucks. "I don't drink coffee and can't drink milk so I usually make myself a coconut milk chai latte at home!" Heigl said.
What to tell a fan's husband who refuses to watch "State of Affairs" because he says it portrays Muslims negatively:
"I would tell him to be patient and see how the season unfolds...we aren’t portraying Muslims negatively but rather terrorism in all forms...Charleston is trying to protect the ideals of the Muslim religion by eradicating those who hold it hostage."
Her advice on adoption:
"I would say that having children, no matter how you choose to do that, is the most rewarding, challenging, and joyful experiences of a mother’s life. Adoption can be a long and strenuous experience, but so very very worth it in the end! Just stay patient and purposeful! I wish you luck and love on your journey!"
Whether she would do a sequel with Josh Duhamel for "Life As We Know It."
"I would love to!!!"