Gabourey Sidibe

Gabourey Sidibe, the star of Precious, lives alone in Manhattan and is afraid of being killed. She told Jay Leno about her nontraditional security system.

An unexpected treat from Tuesday's America's Got Talent: Alice Tan Ridley, mother of Precious star Gabourey Sidibe, who turned out to be a formidable talent in her own right.

Is there anyone on the planet whose enthusiasm is more infectious than Precious star Gabourey Sidibe's? The young actress racked up another honor during Friday night's Independent Spirit Awards, putting her—and Precious—in good position for the upcoming Oscar ceremony.

Gabourey Sidibe has been making her way through the talk show circuit this week following the release of her new film Precious, but Oprah dug a little deeper Friday, getting Sidibe to open up about the struggle with her weight.

Precious star Gabby Sidibe tells Kathie Lee and Hoda about her speedy rise to fame, and how even as a newcomer, she had some constructive criticism for director Lee Daniels. Today Show

Precious, directed by Lee Daniels, has been nominated for Best Picture. Gabourey Sidibe, its lead, is a long-shot for Best Actress, but Mo'Nique is considered a lock for Best Supporting Actress.