I'm often asked if I regret not going to Hollywood. I'm glad I didn't go, because if I had I wouldn't have my extended family, which is the fabric of my life. Only recently have I realised how special and unusual it is.

I was always going to be a dancer - I drifted into acting.

Everything is about class in England, whether it's upper, lower or middle. Why should that be?

So many stars lose their way, and with success become more neurotic, not less so.

I go on giving interviews because I've been brought up to support the projects I'm involved in. When you've enjoyed working on a production, you want to do them a favour.

You have to be careful not to let your fear stop you doing things. It's very exciting to test yourself.

I am not going to share my private life with millions of people. I don't find a need to do that and nobody else close to me does either.