I was always the one leading the way in terms of wanting to do acting, singing and dancing.

I think all characters that we play are facets of ourselves.

I don't really have one dish. I'm a very improvisational cook. I sort of like to make things up as I go along. I'm quite creative in the kitchen.

I try not to limit myself. The actors that inspire me are the comedians and the people able to shape-shift into different roles and into different media. That ensures your longevity as an artist and prevents you from getting bored with yourself and, hopefully, prevents people from getting bored with you.

Don't worry about society's conditioning and the labels that are put on you by external forces. Hold onto your true self.

There is the old boys' club, but there are ­people who are "conviction lobbyists" coming from the heart.

I try not to define myself. Other people are going to do that for you anyway.