Gerry Strauss

We chatted about her road to success, her #ALPHABABE blog, and exactly what it takes to make it in her world these days.

director. sex-positive feminist. 50 shades pundit.

Boldly breaking barriers since her college days.

icon. chaser of waterfalls.

This proud mama is excited for a fresh future.

impact wrestling star. victor. mom.

master of jean jacket-wearing. country music aficionado. still making music to dance to.

Those who can't, teach . . . but those who can, teach way better.

We chatted with Lilian about scoring the gig, facing her fears, and becoming the most well-rounded live performer on television today.

Talk about growing up fast! It seems like yesterday that we sobbed at the trials and tribulations of onscreen widower Ben Affleck and his adorable daughter, played by the even more adorable Raquel Castro, in Jersey Girl.