Those years between drama school and getting onto the stand-up circuit were pretty lean.

Well, certainly I think American television is - that's proper TV.

Britain's such a twisted, weird little place.

One of the great things about being gay and out is that the papers couldn't care less about your love life.

My mobile rang around lunchtime one day, and it was George Michael. He wanted to come in on Friday. We were like, 'okay, if that's what you want'. And he was a very good guest. That's a real exception to the rule.

I loved Lucille Ball growing up.

I don't think anyone wants to be gay.