I've never really been one of those girls who's scared of showing a bit of flesh.

People are incredibly literal sometimes in how they view you. You have dark hair and pale skin? You must be brooding. The second you dye your hair blond and get a spray tan, people treat you as if you're a bit stupider and happier.

I think that in itself is kind of an amazing achievement to be able to say that your full-time career is in any creative arts, let alone a show that has kept people interested for coming on four seasons and hopefully more.

I was honestly never a huge school person.

I still don't really think about acting that much. I just do it.

I was never overexposed and work never became a chore. I was a very good girl wanting to do a good job.

I like shows or films or books that have messages but don't beat people over the head with them.