It's quite nice to have something where you can be a bit naughty if you have a twinkle in your eye and you can get away with things a bit more and that's what 'The Choice' is about.

I think that if you keep your eyes and your ears open and you are receptive to learning, there are skills you can get from any job at all.

I find great lighting and a squint of the eyes makes anyone look better.

I used to say I wanted somebody funny and intelligent, but kindness is the most important quality in a man.

You have to trust your instincts and know that the right question or the right answer will come to you. You don’t always have to have the solution to the problem; sometimes it’s very interesting to watch somebody go through the process of solving the problem, but it’s got to be truthful.

Less is more. If I don't have to wear make-up, I don't. If there's no real reason to have my hair 'done', I leave it. To keep it looking healthy, I ensure its properly shampooed and conditioned every time I wash it.

I have a Damien Hirst spot painting which I love. It has pride of place over my dining-room table.