Every act of kindness is potent and lingers long in the heart of the recipient.

When I see old photos of me on the beach I don't look too bad... but it's hard trying to breathe in for such a long time when I spot the photographers!

The truth is I don't feel too bad for my age. I actually have a better shape now than I used to.

If someone in the crowd spits at you, you have just got to swallow it.

Soccer is a game for 22 people that run around, play the ball, and one referee who makes a slew of mistakes, and in the end Germany always wins.

We have got too many kids around the house to have a romantic meal at home. But Danielle is a ­fantastic cook. She does a brilliant ­lasagne, great roasts and a great chilli dish. She knows the way to my heart.

I've loved George Michael for as long as I can remember. He was an absolute inspiration. Always ahead of his time.