The 2010 TIME 100

Tell us about a book or film or work of art that has influenced you.
The Alchemist was my favorite book, but I want everyone to read it for themselves and take their own journey and make their own discovery.

Who is the person who had the most effect or influence on you when you were growing up?
It must be two people: certainly my mother and father. My mother taught by example. She is smart, caring for others, loving and always supportive of me. My father is strong, funny, loving and the best listener in the world. With their support I always feel there is nothing I cannot accomplish.