Sad old blokes, I'm told, now dream of me with a whip in hand.

I've had a lot of dates, but I don't think there's been anyone that special or important.

I'd make banks more accountable. I think they should separate totally the personal banking arm with whatever else they are playing around with.

I come from a family of traders; my grandmother and my mother were very good at making money.

My accountant regularly asks to take me to lunch. I always say I can't afford it.

When I was about 17, I had a row with my mother and left home for six months, renting a flat and working as a waitress for a while. I learnt you could double your earnings if you gave good, cheerful service. It taught me that in any job you can improve your lot.

I saw George Bush at a benefit concert actually waving at Stevie Wonder. Someone had to tell him, 'He can't see you.'