I've got an overactive, analytical brain. I get frustrated, impatient, angry with myself. I swear at myself a lot.

Whether it's a good thing or a bad thing, the higher your profile, the more castable you are in TV dramas.

Be yourself - it's the inner beauty that counts. You are your own best friend, the key to your own happiness, and as soon as you understand that - and it takes a few heartbreaks - you can be happy.

I've always been terrified about not having money. I've been a big saver and a big earner. When I've been out of work, I've always found another job. I never wanted to get into debt, because money was very tight when I was growing up. I never felt deprived, but I couldn't have the things I wanted.

I just want a quiet life. I think that's what everybody says when they get older.

I can honestly say I love getting older. Then again, I never put my glasses on before looking in the mirror.

My mum - and my granny and I - would close the curtains, turn on the TV and snuggle up and watch 'Come Dancing.' It was actually my granny who was the biggest fan; she loved the show, and she passed on her passion for it to me. I loved the dancing but also the frocks and the glamour.