I started singing at the Met when I was seven, and the competition was so fierce that it really prepared me.

Men only need two things - grilled cheese and sex.

Being on Twitter, live tweeting some of the episodes, I get direct feedback from people.

I love Judy Garland, I love Doris Day, I love Marilyn Monroe. I love everything that comes from that era. The music is just beautiful and powerful - and simple. That's what makes it so great.

I'd say that my musical influences are anywhere from pop-rock electronica, new age and classical. But I think that specifically, bands - I love Jem, I love Sigur Ross, I love David Gray, I love Elliot Smith... a lot of different people. But I don't find lyrical inspiration from anybody.

Guys usually like a very natural look. I think it's bad idea to wear a strong lip on a first date - or for the first few dates. I'm always too nervous he'll kiss it off - if I'm lucky enough to get a kiss! I also think soft, sexy hair is important.

When I read the scripts, I'm always so excited to see what's going to happen because it's unpredictable.