It doesn't make me very happy to be on my computer all the time. I've never been drawn to that world.

I don't believe there's an afterlife - but I don't believe there's an end to life. Consciousness goes beyond the bounds of your body.

I was of the type who gets bullied rather than the one who does the bullying, which I'm glad about. I'd rather be that than a bully.

Don't overpluck your eyebrows. A make-up artist told me this once, and I've always remembered it.

Talent is crucial. It needs to be driven by motivation, but blind ambition isn't the key.

America has had an influence on me, as has going out with a Cuban-American guy and having lots of American friends. But I am still fundamentally British and speak with a British accent and feel very English.

If I'm anywhere close to where I can hike or swim, that's my favourite thing to do.