What was interesting was talking to older gay men about what it was like being gay in the Eighties.

But even writing the column for the 'Telegraph,' that idea of working to deadlines, which as an actor that's not something you have to do in the same way. It's excited me into wanting to do a bit more.

All my early school reports from the age of 5 were 'Daniel must learn not to distract others.'

Coming back to theatre is something I'm keen to do for the rest of my life. It recharges my batteries, so to speak.

I want to spend as much time as I can with my family, yet I'm aware of having to bring home the bacon.

I don't know much about my biological background.

Family is hugely important to me. Having kids is the best possible way to shake off any kind of darkness that might accompany a role that you're playing.