It was impossible to sleep. Anxiety stopped me from falling asleep; depression woke me up.

I had a very happy childhood, but I wasn't that happy a child. I liked being alone and creating characters and voices. I think that's when your creativity is developed, when you're young. I liked the world of the imagination because it was an easy place to go to.

I can't see why anyone would want to be in politics because you get so much criticism.

I've just swum the length of the Thames. I feel quite tired.

Ricky Gervais would have you believe otherwise, but Sacha Baron Cohen is the most successful British comedian in the world.

I don't know what I'll be like when I'm 60. I already have the traits of a retired gentleman.

All you can do in this life is follow your dreams. Otherwise you're just wasting your time.