I couldn't make sense of things. But then I began the process of civilising myself and trying to become a decent human being. I'm still working on it.

I went from being totally unknown to getting stopped every time I went out. I always wanted to be successful, but I have never wanted to become a celebrity. I never, ever, craved that.

The older I've got, the easier I've found it to accept myself. I think I've finally learnt not to beat myself up so much.

I find it very hard to play a part, then take it off like a cheap suit and become Mr Normal - Mr. Nice Guy.

Even now I can't stand being recognized in the street. I just hate it when strangers come up and try to talk to me. I'm pathologically shy.

I've had a blessed career, and that has been acknowledged in many ways over the years.

The whole fame and fortune thing is addictive.