I do think it's important to live in the present because in that way you won't be living in a state of regret.

My parents were hugely supportive like that. I was always the best - it's so embarrassing, isn't it? I was always the best at everything.

Exposure makes you famous, not just good work. Famous is being plastered everywhere.

Fame and stardom sat very easily on Elizabeth Taylor's shoulders.

The thing about doing anything artificial to your hair is that you have to look after it. So you're always vulnerable to the weather and time

The funny thing is I'm not bothered or sad about being on my own - after all I've never had a husband.

Too often, older women are seen as victims, but I know lots of formidable women who have marvellous jobs as well as a full erotic life, and children and friends and family.