What is your most cherished memory? Either on or off screen.
- Britt

Hi Britt,
I have to say that in my life I have been fortunate enough to have many cherished moments.  It is too difficult for me to pick just one so here is a list of some that really stand out:

1) As you may already know, I started singing the National Anthem for the WWE in February 2000.  Since that time, I have been lucky enough to sing it for two Wrestlemania’s, Summerslam, NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL games to name a few but these two moments are the most memorable.

• Singing the National Anthem after 9/11 in Houston, TX on 9/13/01.  Although it was a very hard time for all of us, I could also feel everyone pulling together as a nation.  It was an incredible moment that really made me appreciate life and everything our nation stands for.
• Dec 2004, 05, 06, 07 & 08 singing the National Anthem in Iraq & Afghanistan for our annual “Tribute to The Troops” show.  As I was singing, all the soldiers were saluting and standing strong all around me.  I can’t tell you what an amazing and humbling experience it is to be surrounded by our brave men & women who show such strength and determination to protect our country.  God Bless America and our soldiers!!

2) Not many people know this but I was in the Swim Team for 9 years and coached for 2 years.  Those years are some of the most memorable because of how gratifying it was to be a part of a team that would strive so hard to win meets but do it with good sportsmanship and bond so closely.  As a coach it was very fullfilling for me to watch the daily improvements of the swimmers and know I had a part in it. 

3) Even though singing the Anthem at WWE events has been a big part of my job, even bigger has been the honor to be the Ring Announcer for “Monday Night Raw” for almost 10 years now.  I have had the privilege of working with and announcing some really great wrestlers, both men & women, whom continuously leave me speechless with their talents. 
As far as unforgettable moments announcing, it would have to be when I finally got the opportunity to announce Wrestlemania 2006 and made history by being the first woman and first Latina to announce at Wrestlemania.  What an honor and what a rush!! 

4) As we all know, I love singing, sports and traveling.  That is why I cherish those times very dearly when I get to sing,  ski & scuba dive and when I get to travel the world experiencing different cultures.  I guess you can say that for me cherished moments are created everyday!  Some are just bigger then others but all are cherished!!

Do you plan on doing a duet with your sister in the near future for an upcoming album?
- Mat

Hi Mat,
I love working with my sister and am very close to her.  In fact, we wrote a few songs together for my “Quiero Vivir” album.  I had a blast! 

Some of you I think are aware that years back my sister and I were in a band together and it was amazing! I would love to sing with her again & I really hope that someday we can.  For now, we will just have to resort to writing songs together.  But I never say never!!

Who would you consider your all-time hero/inspiration?
- Christina

Hi Christina,
My all-time heros are truly my family members.  They have always supported me through all my endeavors and encouraged me to keep striving forward.  It really means the world to me to have such an amazing support system!

I have also had some amazing mentors, managers & friends that have helped me along the way with advice, connections, and moral support.  Thank you to all of you!!

We always hear about people having regrets and how they would go back to fix it if given the opportunity. If you had the chance, is there something you would change? This could be either personal or professional.
- Kristen

Hi Kristen,
Wow, this is a loaded question but a good one.  As you know everyone makes mistakes, some worse then others.  I think it’s easy to wish we could take back our mistakes but I think the important thing is to grow from them.  I have made my share of mistakes in this life but I have always tried to learn from them and not let them happen again.  I think this is the true meaning of growing up and what defines us.  If you can turn a mistake into a positive, then it wasn’t a mistake to begin with.  It was meant to be!
 
What is your most memorable moment from when the WWE went over to Iraq for the tribute to the troops this past December?
- Chris and Abby

Hi Chris & Abby,
This trip is extremely special to me!  The most memorable moments are always personally getting to say thank you to all the soldiers face to face for what they do for us.  Also, as I commented before, singing the National Anthem as I am surrounded by all the troops takes me breathe away.  Very emotional & very gratifying trip!

With the WWE, you are able to travel all over the world. So, I was wondering, do you collect anything from every place you go? I personally like to get shot glasses from the different states and towns I go to.
- Courtney   

Hi Courtney,
Yes, I do collect things from all over the world.  In fact, my house is decorated with items from many different countries, such as, swords from Spain; masks from Venice; museum replicas from Paris and sushi sets from Japan.  It is quite fun and a perfect way for me to always remember these incredible places.

This is actually a two part question. When it comes to your WWE shoots, we always see them done in the outfits you announce in. However, I was wondering if there will be any future ones with you in your every day clothes like we have seen from the other girls? Also, will you be doing more work with Carl Maiorino? I loved the photos he did for your official site.
- David

Hi David,
The reason I shoot in the outfits that I announce in is because usually I do the shoots right before I go out to ringside.  In fact, I have never thought of shooting in my street clothes but you have given me a good idea and I will make sure I do a shoot like that in the near future. 
As for Carl, he is a wonderful photographer and yes I plan to shoot with him again but it’s just that our schedules have both been tight.   Thanks for your compliment; I know he will love it. 

Thank you all for all your wonderful questions.  I look forward to answering more.  For now, take care &  keep rockin’!!

Forever rockin’,
Lilian

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