The only time I took Ecstacy was years and years ago. It was absolutely amazing.

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

Tolerance is forced on people in London.

I'm actually quite self-sufficient, so it might look as if there isn't room for anyone in my life. That isn't entirely the case.

I'd like to retire at 50 but I don't want to sell papers in the middle of London on a Zimmer.

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

It's lovely to get one successful show - the chances of finding a second one are not so hot.