Never try to be witty with U.S. airport officials. It's always lost on them and you'll find yourself being put back on the plane.

Some comics are in it for what they can get out of it. Others are in it for a love of comedy. I think those that are in it for a genuine love of comedy find each other within the circuit and become friends.

There's lots of stuff about me being a fan of Cliff but not being gay. Which suggests that he is, but he's not. Anyway, this is Channel 4, let their lawyers sort it out.

It's lovely being a parent and being in a strong marriage with somebody who is your best friend.

I've always been looking for other people's approval.

I came back from university thinking I knew all about politics and racism, not knowing my dad had been one of the youngest-serving Labour councillors in the town and had refused to work in South Africa years ago because of the situation there. And he's never mentioned it - you just find out. That's a real man to me. A sleeping lion.

You know, there's that temptation in interviews to make yourself sound - well, to give yourself a bit of mystery.