Acting is invigorating. But I don't analyse it too much. It's like a dog smelling where it's going to do its toilet in the morning.

I have to make it my job to be careful with my family.

Being Irish and a citizen of the world, has made me truly appreciate Irish culture, music and history. Whether you're first, second generation Irish or even with no connection to Ireland, you should visit in 2013 for a unique experience.

I'm not the kind of actor that would know what my character had for breakfast last Tuesday.

The putting on of vestments and lighting candles, it's a wonderful ritual that never changes from one Mass to another.

A sex symbol? A symbol of sex? I don't think that I am a sex symbol, although it's very flattering. I'm 59, now, so I think I'm possibly past my sell-by date. I think I am.

I don't know if I'm a strict parent or a pushover.