I just don't know anything about jazz, really. I've never really listened to it, but I'd definitely like to discover more about it.

I've never been a social bunny. I thrive on work.

When I left EastEnders, I could have earned an absolute fortune from sexy calendars, shoots for lads' mags, fitness videos and reality shows. But I always turned them down.

Sometimes in life, random things can blind-side you.

I really like Billie Holiday's husky voice, and I'd definitely like to find out more about her.

I think it's so important as an actor that you hang on to your own inner compass, because so many people want to guide you - 'This is what you should you be doing'. But I want to do different things.

If I wear make-up, then people recognise me, but the rest of the time, no one really bothers.