Pia Toscano Quotes

Looking back now, thinking about that moment in the lights, with my heart pounding, Oscar in my hand, all I can say is I am grateful and humbled - still to this day. Next to marrying my husband and the birth of my children, it is one of the best days ever.

The night I won the Emmy, I probably cried for three hours on and off.

When I found out I'd won Book of the Year, the first person I called was my mum, who was so happy she cried on the phone. I did a bit too to be honest.

We looked at each other standing on the podium, and I think we all were tearing up. But we had to keep it cool. I think we did. Then we let out a breath.

I'm excited about it, thrilled with the success thus far.

When I found out I was in the top 13 I was freaking out and crying it was such a joyous moment for me.

When I won the Emmy, the profound sense of gratitude when my name was said I cannot express enough. It was one of the most beautiful moments, hands down, of my life.

To me, the best part about winning the belt is hugging my wife after.

I can't really explain how high the feeling was winning that world title in California with my family watching me.

It makes you feel like the pool is yours when you have your family there. You walk up to them and see them crying... and you know they are proud of you.

First thing I did when I found out I made it into the top 13 is I tried not to faint and you know, I took it all in and I really looked at the crowd and said a big 'thank you'.

I always say that every win has something that is special.

I always choose to remember the moment that was the best of Jeanne Cooper - those photos where she's in that wild dress triumphantly hoisting up the Emmy the night she finally won the damn thing. She was so proud, so happy.

I believe the relationships and emotions you experience when you have success are the things that last forever.

To have this gold medal around my neck is an indescribable feeling. I'm the happiest person right now.

I had a dream, my dream came true, and my mom was there for me every step of the way. We didn't do this for any other reason. I am so happy she is here to experience this with me. This would not be the same if she were not by my side.

All the awards in the world, you can get into all the nightclubs, they'll send you the nicest clothes. Nothing better than walking into your dad's restaurant and seeing a smile on his face and knowing that your mom and dad and your sister are real proud of you.

Sometimes I feel like crying, tears of happiness, tears of joy, to see the distance we've come and the progress we've made.

I feel happy because I have enjoyed a lot making Barca fans happy by winning trophies, and that makes me proud.

That's the most proud I have been: Seeing my family at the World Cup and them being able to watch me play and making them proud of me.

Winning's always fun.

People ask me what it's like scoring a goal. Well, think of the best thing that could happen to you and times it by 10.

I've gone gold. I'm very excited.

Every time I score, I celebrate like the kid I was playing in the park.

I'm speechless! I am so happy to have won MTV Brand New!