The truth is, I've been lucky. But just like the waltz, life has its own rhythm of rise and fall.

I won't eat anything I can't spell or wouldn't tread in.

I'm passionate about old people because I am one myself.

I haven't danced since 1973; I'm too old.

I try to keep myself in the best of company and my horses in the worst of company.

I always think of a show like a plant - a little pruning now and then keeps it healthy, but you shouldn't pull it out and chop the roots up.

Obviously you can't please everyone. I'm sure some people say, 'Bloody old Len Goodman gets on my nerves.